About James Engineering (james-engineering.com)

Our history begins when James Richards was working in Formula 1 Racing and providing leading-edge transmission solutions. It was then that James Engineering started to materialize as the need for precision deburring and chamfering was needed for the state-of-the-art transmissions.

James Richards was a key figure in allowing Nelson Piquet to win the Formula 1 World Championship twice, Gordon Johncock to win Indianapolis 500, and Electromotive to claim the GTP Championship. During that time, James himself won NHRA’s best engineering award. Since this time, James Engineering has brought his pioneering advancements to the world.

James Engineering is manufacturing world renowned patented high-tech 11-axis CNC deburring machines. While we started in Formula 1 Racing over 35 years ago, our technology touches virtually every aspect of the modern world. From high-end crock pots, to windmills, power tools, automobiles, tractors, to every plane in the sky; James Engineering’s equipment is found in nearly all major manufacturers.

James Engineering is a family business and strives to treat every employee as part of that family. We encourage our employees to take part in fun activities such as karting, golfing, billiards, bowling, Taco Tuesdays, etc. This helps you get to know your fellow team members as well as creating a fun atmosphere.

We are seeking a diligent shop manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of our company. In this role, you will supervise all shop personnel, oversee the management and maintenance of equipment, and ensure the efficiency of operations. You will also be required to manage inventory and enforce safety regulations.

To ensure success as a shop manager, you should be highly organized and have excellent communication skills with multiple personality types. Ultimately, a top-notch shop manager should be able to anticipate and address hindrances to operational efficiency.

Shop Manager Responsibilities:

• Supervising and training staff.
• Creating and managing the staff, maintenance, and work schedules.
• Overseeing work to anticipate, detect, and address factors that impede operations.
• Enforcing safety regulations and protocols.
• Conducting performance reviews with staff.
• Meeting with management to deliver feedback and develop work optimization strategies.
• Implementing strategies to optimize workflow and operational efficiency.
• Ensuring that all equipment and machinery are properly operated and maintained.
• Monitoring inventory levels and replenishing supplies as needed.
• Performing administrative tasks such as updating and filing equipment orders, stock receipts, and staff schedules.
• Occasionally run CNC Mills and Lathes as well as manual lathes.
• Support for design engineers on processes and techniques
• Assist in scheduling and purchasing
• Supervise all aspects of our manufacturing
• Manage shop personnel and monitor employee performance. Provide frequent constructive feedback to employees to encourage continued improvement
• Schedule machines and staff for maximum productivity
• Coordinate all labor and materials in the shop
• Assist and provide input with purchasing for items related to manufacturing
• Assist with any bottle-neck areas as needed to meet deadlines
• Administer company policies as necessary
• Perform other tasks as assigned

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license.
• At least five year (5) experience as a shop manager or similar.
• At least 2- 5 years’ experience as a machinist
• Computer proficiency
• A great understanding of work optimization techniques.
• Good knowledge of the applicable safety regulations and procedures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven leadership skills
• Good time management and problem-solving skills.
• A willingness to work long hours and overtime, if needed.
• Project Management experience
• Knowledge of machine tools and cutting
• Proven history pf process implementation or optimization

Benefits include:

• Health Insurance through Kaiser
• 2-weeks PTO accrual
• Paid holidays
• Educational reimbursement

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED (required), associates or bachelor’s degree (preferred)
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in personnel management
• Valid driver’s license and clean DMV report (required)
• Experience with G-Codes, CAD/CAM, NX, CREO, Master CAM, Gibbs, or Espirit preferred

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• On call
• Weekend availability

Application Question(s):

• How many years of leadership experience do you have?

Experience:

• machine shop: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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