Machine Shop / Facilities Manager (Englewood)
Flowtec Group, Englewood, NJ, United States
Machine Shop / Facilities Manager
Location:
Englewood, NJ
Reports to:
President
Department:
Production
Direct Reports:
Planner, Machinists, Assembler, Welder
Indirect Reports:
Purchasing Representative, Production Control Supervisor, Warehouse/Shipping & Receiving Supervisor, Assembly & Test Engineer
About the Company
Flowtec Group has partnered with a well-established rotating equipment and spare parts manufacturer on their search for a Machine Shop / Facilities Manager. Our client operates a multi-million-dollar precision manufacturing facility serving demanding industrial markets.
Position Summary
The Machine Shop / Facilities Manager is responsible for managing and continuously improving all operational aspects of the manufacturing facility. This is a hands-on, high-energy leadership role reporting directly to the President.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure a safe, OSHA, and environmentally compliant workplace
Manage facilities operations and lead modernization initiatives
Supervise machinist, assembly, and welding personnel
Coach direct and indirect employees to maximize morale, engagement, and productivity
Utilize visual metrics to provide constant feedback on performance vs. plan and continuous improvement goals
Own capacity, expense, inventory, and capital investment budgeting and forecasting
Lead machine shop and test area capacity planning
Manage all aspects of the supply chain, including supplier selection and contract negotiation
Oversee critical shop activities including production planning, preventative maintenance, and continuous improvement
Utilize EPICOR Release 10 ERP system to schedule and track production transactions
Interface with customer representatives and third-party quality assurance organizations during shop inspections and customer witness testing
Participate in the Quality Review Board
Drive 5S and lean implementation
Reduce slow-moving inventory and manufacturing costs
Provide cost estimates for sales and engineering in support of proposal and product development activities
Required Qualifications
Minimum 10 years of machine shop supervisory experience, preferably in a high-precision manufacturing environment
Engineering degree or equivalent work experience
Strong CAD/CAM, CNC, and manual machine tool knowledge and experience
Basic knowledge of ASME welding and pressure vessel code requirements
Ability to read engineering drawings and specifications
Experience working within ISO or Military Standard Quality assurance systems
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Root cause analysis, problem solving, and corrective action implementation
Basic understanding of casting techniques and casting quality control
Continuous improvement mindset and drive
Leadership and coaching skills
Desire and aptitude to grow into more senior positions within the company
Location:
Englewood, NJ
Reports to:
President
Department:
Production
Direct Reports:
Planner, Machinists, Assembler, Welder
Indirect Reports:
Purchasing Representative, Production Control Supervisor, Warehouse/Shipping & Receiving Supervisor, Assembly & Test Engineer
About the Company
Flowtec Group has partnered with a well-established rotating equipment and spare parts manufacturer on their search for a Machine Shop / Facilities Manager. Our client operates a multi-million-dollar precision manufacturing facility serving demanding industrial markets.
Position Summary
The Machine Shop / Facilities Manager is responsible for managing and continuously improving all operational aspects of the manufacturing facility. This is a hands-on, high-energy leadership role reporting directly to the President.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure a safe, OSHA, and environmentally compliant workplace
Manage facilities operations and lead modernization initiatives
Supervise machinist, assembly, and welding personnel
Coach direct and indirect employees to maximize morale, engagement, and productivity
Utilize visual metrics to provide constant feedback on performance vs. plan and continuous improvement goals
Own capacity, expense, inventory, and capital investment budgeting and forecasting
Lead machine shop and test area capacity planning
Manage all aspects of the supply chain, including supplier selection and contract negotiation
Oversee critical shop activities including production planning, preventative maintenance, and continuous improvement
Utilize EPICOR Release 10 ERP system to schedule and track production transactions
Interface with customer representatives and third-party quality assurance organizations during shop inspections and customer witness testing
Participate in the Quality Review Board
Drive 5S and lean implementation
Reduce slow-moving inventory and manufacturing costs
Provide cost estimates for sales and engineering in support of proposal and product development activities
Required Qualifications
Minimum 10 years of machine shop supervisory experience, preferably in a high-precision manufacturing environment
Engineering degree or equivalent work experience
Strong CAD/CAM, CNC, and manual machine tool knowledge and experience
Basic knowledge of ASME welding and pressure vessel code requirements
Ability to read engineering drawings and specifications
Experience working within ISO or Military Standard Quality assurance systems
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Root cause analysis, problem solving, and corrective action implementation
Basic understanding of casting techniques and casting quality control
Continuous improvement mindset and drive
Leadership and coaching skills
Desire and aptitude to grow into more senior positions within the company