Group Manager - Machining & Advanced Manufacturing

Job Description:

Come be DISRUPTIVE with us! At Milwaukee Tool, our most valued resource is our dedicated team of employees - employees who work with a passion to be the best and have an unparalleled pride in their work and in the Milwaukee brand. We know that the only way to sustain growth and success is to value the growth and success of each person within the organization that’s why we invest in an individual’s growth and development from day one.

We are seeking a Machining Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join our team. The ideal candidate will be a highly skilled professional with deep technical expertise in machining processes, including CNC programming, cutting tools, machining methods, and manufacturing optimization. As a Machining SME, you will be responsible for providing technical leadership, identifying and improving operational efficiencies, and delivering the highest quality standards in global machining operations.  This role is crucial for driving innovation in machining processes and the growth of our global machining footprint.   

In addition to Machining, a successful candidate will understand advanced manufacturing assembly processes.  This key focus area will deliver on optimizing manufacturing operations, integrating new technologies, and ensuring the successful design, implementation, and scaling of advanced manufacturing solutions. The ideal candidate will have expertise in cutting-edge manufacturing techniques, automation, line controls, and process improvement. You will collaborate with cross-functional team s to enhance productivity, improve quality, and reduce costs while maintaining the highest standards of safety. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Analyze machining processes and recommend improvements to reduce cycle times, increase precision, and enhance overall efficiency. 

• Develop and implement machining best practices, guidelines, and protocols to ensure consistency and excellence in manufacturing operations 

• Evaluate and implement lean manufacturing principles, process automation, and continuous improvement initiatives to streamline operations. 

• Recommend new machining equipment, tools, and technologies for integration into the manufacturing process. 

• Provide regular updates and status reports to management on ongoing projects, milestones, and deliverables 

• Be a change agent driving improved communication and alignment between our corporate NPD teams and manufacturing sites, with an end goal of a concurrent engineering approach 

• Evaluate, propose, and implement improved manufacturing process planning to deliver consistent site readiness within our global NPD programs  

• Drive cultural improvement in PFMEA and Process Control Plans globally 

• Drive global improvements in DFMA process through consistent engagement, training, improved KPIs 

• Work closely with product design teams to ensure products are designed for manufacturability and cost-effectiveness. 

• Lead the integration of new technologies into the manufacturing environment, ensuring that systems are compatible with existing workflows and equipment. 

• Evaluate emerging technologies, such as Industry 4.0 solutions, smart factories, an