Senior Manager, Machining Operations
Core
Leading the end-to-end startup, commissioning, and steady-state operation of a precision machining facility for rare-earth permanent magnets, focusing on process qualification, safety, and OEE.
Role type
Senior Manager, Machining Operations
Builds
Rare-earth permanent magnets for defense, aerospace, and automotive industries
Domain
Manufacturing / Precision Machining / Rare Earth Magnets
Required skills
CNC machining, precision grinding, GD&T, dimensional metrology, process capability (Cpk), statistical process control, equipment commissioning, OEE management, safety performance, operating budget management
Preferred skills
Greenfield startup experience, rare earth magnet machining, electroplating/surface finishing, Lean/Six Sigma, MES deployment
Technologies
CNC machines, grinding equipment, plating chemistry, MES, automated inspection systems
Responsibilities
Own equipment commissioning and process qualification from installation to first article; design the shift model, cell structure, and technician progression; establish coolant, tooling, and abrasive management systems; drive ramp from first qualified part to full rate; own safety performance and culture; manage OEE, yield, and quality outcomes; control operating budget and consumable spend
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC