Experience:

Mid Level Salary:

$75,000 - $100,000 per year Job Details - Key Responsibilities and Duties Lead a multi-department team of CNC Operators and Set-Up Operators in a high-mix / low-volume aerospace component manufacturing environment. Manage day-to-day priorities across multiple machining departments, cross-train staff on best practices, and drive improved set-up and run-time performance. Develop and author standard work for production equipment; coach and train teammates on safety, departmental, and QMS policies. Motivate the team to meet daily, weekly, and monthly goals; identify waste and non-value-added tasks and lead lean continuous improvement initiatives. Coordinate time-off requests using the skills matrix to ensure adequate staffing across all machine centers. Measure, monitor, and publish individual performance vs. department standards; complete periodic performance evaluations and handle corrective actions, up to and including disciplinary action when needed. Host daily GEMBA walks and serve as primary conduit between operators and cross-functional teams; attend production and quality clinic / MRB meetings. Collaborate with engineering, purchasing, production control, and sales teams to drive open issues to rapid closure. Partner with production control to stage daily / weekly priorities, expedite jobs, and maintain ERP data integrity (job punches match traveler package). Qualifications (Needed) High school diploma or equivalent required; technical school or associate degree in a manufacturing / engineering discipline preferred. Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in manufacturing of precision machined components, ideally in a regulated industry such as aerospace or medical device. Experience leading and managing a team toward common goals; previous team-lead or supervisor experience preferred. Strong background in high-mix / low-volume machining environments with an emphasis on lean manufacturing. Proven ability to drive operational metrics including First Pass Yield, efficiency, WIP aging, On-Time-Delivery, job cost, and scrap rate. Strong computer skills — ERP systems, job clocking systems, CAD/CAM software, and Microsoft Outlook / Excel / PowerPoint. Previous EPICOR experience a plus. High degree of urgency, accountability, and attention to detail; effective communicator who can build rapport with a diverse shop-floor team.

Physical:

able to frequently lift/carry 10-30 lbs, stand, walk, and manually manipulate for up to 66% of the day.

A bit about us:

- Founded nearly 80 years ago and based in East Hartford, CT, we are a third-generation, family-owned precision manufacturer building mission-critical components and assemblies for the aerospace, defense, and high-technology industries. Operating from a state-of-the-art, solar-powered 108,000 sq. ft. facility, we specialize in Swiss screw machining, multi-axis turning, milling, thread rolling, centerless and cylindrical grinding, honing, and assembly on difficult-to-machine materials like titanium, stainless steel, and high-temperature alloys. We are AS9100 and

ISO 9001

2015 registered, a 1% for the Planet member, and proud to say our parts help people fly safely. Why join us? -

Competitive Compensation:

Market-competitive base + overtime opportunities (DOE) 401(k) with

Employer Match:

Auto-enrolled at 4%; dollar-for-dollar match up to the first 2% of contributions

Comprehensive Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, AD&D, Short- & Long-Term Disability, HSA, and Pet Insurance Generous PTO & Paid Company Holidays Tuition Reimbursement /

Assistance Program Collaborative Work Environment:

Join a ~300-person team in a modern, climate-controlled, award-winning sustainable factory

Stability & Legacy:

Third-generation family business with 80 years of continuous operation and long-tenured employees #manufacturing #team-leadership #cnc-machining #epicor #aerospace-manufacturing #precision-machining #high-mix-low-volume #tier4