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Job Description
PVD Coating Manager STL Staffing - 3.2 West Allis, WI Job Details Full-time $110,000 - $130,000 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Flexible schedule Referral program Qualifications Machine setup Manufacturing management Coaters Equipment setup (production tasks) Technical documentation Statistical Process Control Machining tool setup Data collection Process management Full Job Description A precision tooling manufacturer in Brookfield is looking for a PVD Coating Manager to lead daily operations within its coating division. This person will be responsible for managing production output, quality, efficiency, on-time delivery, training, equipment support, and continuous improvement within a technical manufacturing environment. This is a strong opportunity for someone with hands-on PVD coating experience who is ready to take ownership of a department and lead both people and process improvement.
Responsibilities:
Manage daily manufacturing operations within the coating division Schedule and prioritize jobs to maintain workflow, productivity, and on-time delivery Set up, program, adjust, and occasionally operate PVD coating equipment as needed Provide technical support for equipment issues, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance Coordinate and document training for new and existing employees Generate daily production reports and communicate updates to management Monitor quality, productivity, scrap, downtime, and setup efficiency Lead corrective action efforts using root cause analysis and 5 Why methods Support
ISO 9001
quality standards, SPC procedures, and process documentation Maintain safe, clean, and organized work areas Communicate with supervisors, lead workers, vendors, and international technical support teams Recommend process improvements, capital equipment needs, and cost-reduction opportunities Support employee performance reviews, scheduling, time away requests, and overtime planning
Qualifications:
Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience in a PVD coating environment preferred Experience may be considered in combination with technical school, college-level training, or equivalent hands-on background Must have hands-on experience with PVD coating equipment Ability to set up and program PVD coating machines Strong troubleshooting and equipment adjustment skills Experience leading, training, and evaluating employees Ability to read and interpret blueprints, shop routings, and engineering notes Computer literate with ability to maintain records and generate reports Familiarity with ISO 9001, SPC, corrective action, timekeeping, and production data collection preferred Strong decision-making skills and ability to work independently Knowledge of safety procedures, employee welfare standards, and manufacturing best practices
Ideal Background:
PVD coating Tool coating Thin film coating Vacuum coating Cutting tools or carbide tooling Surface treatment Precision manufacturing Coating supervision or coating department leadership
Compensation & Schedule:
$110,000-$130,000/year Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:00 PM Direct-hire opportunity Located in Brookfield, WI Apply today if you have strong PVD coating experience and are looking for a leadership role within a precision manufacturing environment
Pay:
$110,000.00 - $130,000.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance
