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Janicki Industries Inc. Machine Shop Manager in Hamilton, Washington
*Janicki Industries is an innovative, family-owned aerospace company located at the foot of the Cascades. We focus on engineering and manufacturing complex projects for companies in the aerospace, defense, and space industries. We are looking for a Machine Shop Manager to join our growing team. *
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Machine Shop will oversee daily production processes associated with machining metallic production parts and tooling -- fixtures. The Machine Shop Manager will support manufacturing methods and processes for horizontal head/head 5 axis milling machines, vertical 5 axis table/table mills, and 4 and 3 axis vertical machines. These machines will machine production and tooling parts made from aluminum, titanium, and many other exotic hard metals up 165" (4200mm) in length and 10" in thickness. The position requires considerable skill in workflow planning and the coordination of multiple projects to achieve maximum productivity. Must have a background in High Efficiency tool path methods, common fixture designs, and rapid changeover. An understanding of Overall Equipment Efficiency is a plus. Strong people management skills and ability to communicate across multiple organizational boundaries and disciplines are critical. Must be able to evaluate data and metrics. Machine Shop Manager is responsible for management of up to 25 personnel on multiple shifts.
The incumbent shall maintain a positive attitude that leads by example and emphasizes goals and expectations utilizing a variety of management techniques such as positive reinforcement and constructive criticism.
The following essential job functions are performed as a Machine Shop Manager
Direct and provide guidance developing high efficiency and stable tool path methods
Strategic planning, ability to schedule and focus on productivity
Provides direction for fixture designs and cutting tool libraries
Ability to direct and lead a team of employees
Interface and work with Project Teams to support scheduling requirements and priorities
Estimates production times, staffing requirements to provide information for management decisions
Analyzes and plans work force utilization, space requirements, and workflow. Ensures adequate resources are available to complete assigned tasks
Identifies areas for improvement among cell members and implements cross training accordingly to create a more capable and homogenous team
Ensures the processes and procedures are executed in accordance with project management guidelines
Works with Project Managers and Process Engineers to identify and mitigate risk in the production process
Performs on the job training, AS9100, Nadcap training and other training as required
Takes responsibility for maintaining tool inventory and availability within the cell and ensures accountability from individual employees
Ensures WO's and proper quantities of materials, components, and tools are available before a project begins
Prepares and provides reports for operations management as directed
Verifies previous cell's documentation is complete before moving forward
Ensures documentation of processes accomplished by work cell is complete, accurate, and timely including recording NCMR, part tagging and routing
Audits and reviews work packets with the techs before and during each activity
Performs other duties as assigned
Behavior: The incumbent must work well under pressure, meeting and completing multiple deadlines. The incumbent shall, at all times, demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues and supervisors.
Being at work on time and maintaining good attendance is a conditio