Machine Shop Manager

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Candidate No.
1960195

About this Candidate

DAVRON CV: Candidate 1960195

MANUFACTURING & MACHINING LEADER | CNC PROGRAMMING, PROCESS IMPROVEMENT & TEAM DEVELOPMENT

Core Expertise

  • CNC programming and machine setup for mills and lathes across multiple controller platforms.
  • Process engineering and fixture design to transition prototypes into scalable production.
  • Leadership of machining teams with emphasis on training, 5S, and continuous improvement.
  • Quality systems expertise including GD&T, PPAP, SPC, AS9100, and ISO 9001 compliance.
  • Hands-on troubleshooting, tooling selection, and maintenance to maximize machine uptime.

Project Background

  • Led continuous improvement initiatives to streamline production and reduce operational costs.
  • Designed and built custom fixtures and tooling for complex, tight-tolerance components.
  • Managed end-to-end product development from CAD models through CAM programming and machining.
  • Implemented operator training programs and mentoring to improve skill levels and retention.
  • Collaborated with engineering and quality teams to meet prints, specifications, and delivery.

Key Skills

  • CAD/CAM: Mastercam, SolidWorks, Cimatron, GibbsCAM, Prototrac for drawing and toolpath generation.
  • Controller platforms: Fanuc, Haas, Doosan, Okuma, Hitachi Seiki, Mori Seiki experience.
  • Manufacturing processes: CNC milling, CNC lathe, fixture design, manual machining, EDM, grinding.
  • Quality & standards: GD&T, PPAP, SPC, AS9100, ISO 9001, coordinate measuring machine proficiency.
  • Continuous improvement: Lean, Six Sigma, 5S, Kanban, root cause analysis, process optimization.
  • Production leadership: scheduling, staffing, P&L awareness, training, safety compliance, ERP systems.

Awards & Recognition

  • OSHA 10
  • CPR Certification
  • Forklift Certification

Why Interview this Candidate?

Seasoned manufacturing leader with 20+ years of CNC machining and over 15 years supervising shop operations. Combines hands-on machining, CAD/CAM expertise, and fixture design with proven continuous improvement and quality system implementation. Ready to drive production efficiency, tighten tolerances, and develop high-performing teams immediately.

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