Machine Shop Manager

GRISWOLD INDUSTRIES

Job Description

Machine Shop Manager

JOB DIMENSIONS: 

Job Summary: 

Under administrative direction, supervises daily machine shop operations and performs other duties, as assigned. 

Reports to: 

Manager of Manufacturing 

Provides Direction to: 

Supervisors, Lead persons, Tool Room, and CNC Programmers 

Examples of Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Directly supervises daily manufacturing and insures show work orders follow schedule; 

• Approves maintenance requests; 

• Schedules machine downtime from production for maintenance work; 

• Assigns or makes changes in job responsibilities for all supervisors and lead persons; 

• Hires machine shop personnel; 

• Trains supervisors and lead persons to improve their managerial abilities; 

• Evaluates and approves engineering change orders relative to manufactured parts; 

• Reads all evaluations and corrects them if necessary; 

• Works with material review board to assist in disposition of material with questionable quality; 

• Administers policies and procedures relative to machining, personnel, safety, and hazardous waste handling and disposal; 

• Hires and disciplines supervisors and machine shop personnel; 

• Regular punctuality, attendance, and absence reporting in conformance with company policies is essential to the successful performance of this position; and 

• Fully comply with company rules, policies, procedures, and safety guidelines to ensure safe and effective operations. 

QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES: 

Any combination equivalent of, but not limited to, the following: 

Experience/Training/Education: 

Broad experience in machine shop management; high school graduate or equivalent; considerable knowledge of supervisory principles and techniques in manufacturing and environment; experience in budgeting practices; considerable training and experience in mechanics and machining applications; experience in computer terminal application and operation; training in hiring, discipline, personnel evaluation, and termination practices; and training in affirmative action plans and principles. 

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: 

• Considerable knowledge and understanding of machining practices and the mechanics involved; 

• Capacity to evaluate, in writing or verbally, others’ abilities and productivity; 

• Communicate effectively with management, supervision, employees, vendors, and contractors; 

• Broad knowledge of manufacturing systems and use of computers; 

• Must be able to formulate changes in manufacturing processes or justify changes in equipment to affect those processes; and 

• Ability to lead, develop, prioritize, and delegate work. 

Physical Requirements:   

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time;  

• Ability to access and oversee work performed in different production areas;  

• Must be able to read, understand, and interpret technical data;  

• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and travel to various company locations. 

• Ability to left, move, and carry tools and materials weighing up to 30 pounds unassisted; 

• Lifting, moving, or carrying tools and materials weighing over 30 pounds requires assistance by a co-worker or lifting equipment; 

• Ability to stretch, bend and reach work areas; and 

• Ability to perform essential functions of the job, as defined; 

• Reasonable accommodations provided upon request.  

Special Requirements:   

• Possession of valid California driver's license; 

• Acceptable driving record; and 

• Must be able to travel on company business with minimum notification.