Operations Manager Machine Shop

**Position Summary** Hydraulics International, Inc. (HII) is seeking an experienced **Machine Shop Manager** to lead a high-volume precision machining operation consisting of more than **100 CNC and conventional machines**. This role is responsible for overseeing daily manufacturing operations, production performance, workforce leadership, quality, safety, continuous improvement, and operational excellence while ensuring on-time delivery and maximum equipment utilization. The ideal candidate is a hands-on manufacturing leader with extensive machining experience who thrives in a fast-paced aerospace and defense environment and has a proven ability to lead large teams, drive operational improvements, and achieve production goals. **Essential Duties and Responsibilities** - Direct the daily operations of a machine shop with over 100 CNC and conventional machines. - Lead and develop supervisors, lead machinists, CNC programmers, setup technicians, machinists, and support personnel. - Ensure production schedules are met while achieving quality, cost, and delivery objectives. - Monitor machine utilization, labor efficiency, productivity, and overall shop performance. - Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Production Planning, Quality, Maintenance, Purchasing, and Assembly to resolve production issues and eliminate bottlenecks. - Drive Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to increase productivity, reduce waste, and improve workflow. - Establish production priorities and allocate resources to meet customer commitments. - Ensure compliance with engineering specifications, quality standards, and customer requirements. - Support preventive maintenance programs to maximize equipment reliability and machine uptime. - Monitor tooling requirements, machine performance, and equipment effectiveness. - Manage departmental budgets, labor costs, overtime, and operating expenses. - Analyze production metrics and implement corrective actions to improve operational performance. - Coach, mentor, and develop employees through ongoing training and performance management. - Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement. - Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and all company safety policies. - Support capital equipment planning and future manufacturing growth initiatives. **Qualifications** **Required** - Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business Management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. - Minimum of 10 years of experience in a precision machining manufacturing environment. - Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience managing large machine shop operations. - Demonstrated experience managing high-volume machining operations; experience overseeing 100 or more CNC and conventional machines is strongly preferred. - Strong knowledge of CNC machining processes, tooling, fixtures, production planning, and manufacturing operations. - Experience using ERP/MRP systems. - Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T. - Excellent leadership, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. **Preferred** - Aerospace or defense manufacturing experience. - Working knowledge of AS9100 quality management systems. - Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies. - APICS CPIM, Lean, or Six Sigma certification is a plus. **Core Competencies** - Leadership & Team Development - Production Planning & Scheduling - Lean Manufacturing - Continuous Improvement - Root Cause Analysis - Capacity Planning - Cost Control & Budget Management - Quality Management - Safety Leadership - Performance Management - Data-Driven Decision Making - Excellent Communication & Collaboration Skills **Work Environment** This position operates in both office and manufacturing environments and requires regular presence on the production floor. The incumbent must be be able to safely wo…