Job Description

Plant Manager – Precision CNC Manufacturing

Location: Jerpbak Bayless-Solon Ohio

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Plant Manager to lead operations at a high-precision CNC manufacturing facility. Our shop specializes in complex multi-axis CNC machining with extremely tight tolerances in a fast-paced job shop environment. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, deep knowledge of CNC machining processes, and proven experience managing production, quality, and personnel in a precision manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for overseeing daily operations, driving operational efficiency, maintaining strict quality standards, and leading a team of machinists, programmers, and production staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily plant operations, including production scheduling, machining, quality, and shipping.

• Lead and develop teams of CNC machinists and programmers

• Ensure production meets tight tolerance and high-precision quality requirements.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce waste.

• Manage production planning and workflow for multi-axis CNC lathes and mills.

• Maintain and enforce safety, quality, and operational standards.

• Collaborate with engineering and programming teams to optimize machining processes.

• Monitor KPIs, productivity, and machine utilization.

• Manage staffing, training, and performance management.

• Support quoting, cost control, and overall plant profitability.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of manufacturing leadership experience, preferably in a CNC machining environment.

• Strong knowledge of multi-axis CNC machining (mills and lathes).

• Experience working with tight tolerances and complex machined components.

• Proven experience managing production teams and shop operations.

• Strong understanding of quality control, process improvement, and lean manufacturing principles.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Background as a CNC machinist, programmer, or manufacturing engineer.

• Experience in job shop or high-mix low-volume manufacturing.

• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Performance bonuses

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off

• Retirement plan

About Us

We are a precision CNC manufacturing company specializing in complex components requiring tight tolerances and advanced multi-axis machining. Our team takes pride in delivering high-quality parts to demanding industries while maintaining a strong culture of craftsmanship and continuous improvement.

You should be proficient in:

• Leadership / People Management
• Bachelor's Degree
• Continuous Improvement
• CNC Programming
• Supervisory Experience
• Kaizen
• Lean Manufacturing Principles
• Coaching and Mentoring Experience
• Crane Operation
• ERP & MRP Systems
• Production Planning & Scheduling
• Inventory Management & Control
• Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
• Scheduling Experience

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• CNC Mill (3-4 axis VMC) (Fanuc, Mazak, Doosan, Makino)
• 3D Modeling (AutoCAD, Solidworks)
• 2D Drawings (AutoCAD)
• CNC Lathe (2-4 axis) (Mazak, Doosan)
• CAD Software (AutoCAD, Solidworks)
• CAM Software (Mastercam, Mazatrol)
• CNC Mill (5+ axis VMC) (Fanuc, Mazak)
• CNC Lathe (5+ axis) (Mazak, Doosan)
• Calipers and Micrometers
• Cylindrical Grinder Machine