Job Description

Position: Post-Processing Manager

Location: Redmond, OR

Reports To: Director of Manufacturing or VP of Operations)

Compensation: 100 - 120k + Benefits

Hours: 40+ / Salary

Position Overview

The Post-Processing Manager oversees all downstream operations after metal additive manufacturing, including cleaning, de-powdering, heat treatment/HIP, CNC machining, surface finishing, coating, inspection, and assembly. This role combines operational leadership of the full post-processing workflow with deep technical expertise in CNC machining. The ideal candidate has a strong machining background, proven experience leading a production team, and the ability to integrate traditional machining practices within a hybrid additive environment.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Leadership (Post-Processing Department)

• Lead day-to-day operations of the post-processing department, including scheduling, workflow, and resource allocation.

• Manage technicians/operators across cleaning, de-powdering, heat treat/HIP, machining, finishing, coating, and inspection.

• Develop and maintain SOPs and work instructions for all downstream processes.

• Oversee maintenance and calibration of all post-processing equipment, tools, and CNC machinery.

• Drive continuous improvement using lean manufacturing principles; identify and resolve bottlenecks to improve throughput and scalability.

• Maintain accurate production logs, metrics, and quality documentation; provide regular updates to senior management.

• Partner with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams to ensure parts meet specification and performance requirements.

• Champion a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with OSHA, AS9100/ISO, and internal safety protocols.

• Manage departmental budgets, labor planning, and capital equipment projects.

CNC Machining & Technical Responsibilities

• Oversee CNC machining operations that support additive components, including setup, programming review, production, and inspection.

• Lead, train, and develop a team of machinists and finishing technicians.

• Review and optimize CNC programs, tooling, workholding, and fixturing for efficiency and accuracy (3-axis, 4-axis, 5-axis equipment).

• Partner with additive engineers to define machining strategies for near-net-shape parts and complex geometries.

• Support root-cause analysis, scrap reduction, and corrective actions tied to machining and post-processing defects.

• Ensure completion of FAIRs, in-process checks, and final inspections aligned with AS9100 requirements.

• Maintain equipment reliability through preventive maintenance and operator ownership programs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials Science, or equivalent experience.

• 5+ years of experience in CNC machining, precision machining, additive manufacturing, or advanced manufacturing.

• 2+ years of supervisory or management experience.

• Strong hands-on expertise in CNC machining, including multi-axis machining, GD&T, fixture design, and programming fundamentals (Mastercam/Fanuc preferred).

• Familiarity with additive manufacturing workflows and downstream post-processing methods.

• Experience with inspection, metrology, FAIRs, and aerospace-quality systems (AS9100, ISO).

• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Proficiency with ERP/MES systems and basic data analysis tools.

Preferred Experience

• Machining titanium, Inconel, stainless steels, and aluminum alloys (especially those produced via additive) -- preferred

• CNC Programming knowledge

• Background in aerospace, firearms components, medical devices, or semiconductor components.

• Mechanical aptitude and comfort working in a hands-on shop environment.

You should be proficient in:

• GD&T
• CNC Tooling
• CNC Programming
• G-Code
• Machine Setups for Production Runs