Manager, Mill Production

Job Details

Job Location: Pursuit FL - Fort Pierce, FL 34946Position Type: Full Time

Key Objective:

Lead all CNC milling and support operations utilizing advanced 5-axis CNC machines to successfully convert customer-supplied CAD models into high-quality machined plugs and patterns while ensuring safety, quality, schedule adherence, and continuous improvement.

Position Summary:

The Manager of Milling Operations provides leadership and technical oversight for all CNC milling and support functions. Milling operations utilize advanced 5-axis CNC equipment programmed and supported through Siemens NX CAD/CAM software. This role is accountable for operational execution, team development, material utilization, documentation control, and delivery of first-quality parts on time.

Direct Reports & Team Structure:

The Manager of Milling Operations oversees multiple functional groups, including:

• CNC Programmers (up to 3)
• CNC Operators (up to 3)
• Block-Up / Platform Team (up to 6)

This role is responsible for staffing, training, performance management, and development of all direct reports.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily 5-axis CNC milling and support operations to meet safety, quality, and schedule commitments
• Coordinate production sequencing and priorities with cross-functional leadership
• Develop, maintain, and enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Ensure Siemens NX CAD/CAM best practices for programming, simulation, and revision control
• Determine appropriate materials, machining strategies, and construction techniques per job
• Ensure proper materials, tools, documentation, and information are available prior to execution
• Maintain configuration control of internal and external CAD/CAM files and documentation
• Provide shop-level documentation to support downstream finishing operations
• Inspect incoming and outgoing parts to ensure quality standards are met
• Recruit, onboard, train, develop, and hold team members accountable
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean, Kaizen, CAR, and 5S methodologies
• Ensure proper maintenance of all milling equipment and workplace organization
• Pattern, nest, program, and cut all materials supporting TDC tooling operations including but not limited to nonskid, templates and gauges, and core materials

Proficiencies:

• Advanced 5-axis CNC machining operations and process optimization
• Siemens NX CAD/CAM software (programming, simulation, toolpath development)
• Production scheduling and time management
• Multi-level personnel leadership
• Material properties and tooling construction methods
• Composite material applications
• Creation of shop-level documentation

 

Qualifications

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience: Bachelor’s degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

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