CNC Milling Manager
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A growing precision manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced CNC Milling Manager to lead a high-performing machining team responsible for producing complex, tight-tolerance components. This leadership role oversees daily milling operations, staffing, production planning, quality performance, and continuous improvement initiatives to support customer demand and business growth.
Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise CNC machinists, setup technicians, programmers, and production support personnel.
- Manage day-to-day operations of the milling department to ensure safety, quality, productivity, and delivery goals are achieved.
- Coordinate production schedules and resource allocation to maximize machine utilization and throughput.
- Oversee setup, programming, tooling, and manufacturing processes for multi-axis CNC milling equipment.
- Drive continuous improvement efforts focused on cycle time reduction, process optimization, and waste elimination.
- Partner with Engineering, Quality, and Operations teams to support new product launches and manufacturing improvements.
- Monitor department KPIs including efficiency, scrap, downtime, labor utilization, and on-time delivery.
- Troubleshoot machining challenges and implement corrective actions to improve performance.
- Ensure compliance with customer specifications, quality standards, and established manufacturing procedures.
- Support employee development through coaching, training, and performance management.
Qualifications
- 7+ years of CNC machining experience with a strong focus on milling operations.
- 3+ years of manufacturing leadership experience managing machinists, programmers, or production teams.
- Expertise with 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis CNC milling centers.
- Strong knowledge of GD&T, blueprint interpretation, tooling strategies, and precision inspection methods.
- Experience with CAD/CAM software and machining process development.
- Proven ability to lead teams in a fast-paced, high-mix manufacturing environment.
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience within medical device, aerospace, defense, or other precision manufacturing industries.
- Familiarity with ISO-regulated manufacturing environments.
- Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement experience.
- Exposure to ERP/MRP systems and production planning software.
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