Machine Shop Manager

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Location
Watertown, WI
Candidate No.
1909720

About this Candidate

DAVRON CV: Candidate 1909720

MANUFACTURING & MACHINE SHOP MANAGER | MULTI-AXIS CNC PROGRAMMING, TOOLING & PROCESS IMPROVEMENT

Core Expertise

  • Leading full machine shop operations from programming through shipment for production and prototype programs.
  • Multi-axis CNC programming and setup for 3-, 4-, and 5-axis mills and turning centers.
  • Designing fixtures, tooling, and BOMs to reduce setup time and improve repeatability.
  • Developing machining processes, capacity planning, and production scheduling to meet on-time delivery.
  • Hands-on experience with Wire EDM, laser cutting, CNC grinders, and manual machining.

Project Background

  • Managed prototype racing and R&D machining programs producing complex, low-volume components for testing.
  • Directed production machining for automotive and motorsports suppliers maintaining consistent on-time shipments.
  • Designed and implemented tooling and fixturing for repeatable high-precision manufacturing setups.
  • Led process development initiatives to optimize cycle times, tool life, and machine utilization.
  • Sourced materials and tooling while creating BOMs and vendor relationships for reliable supply chains.

Key Skills

  • Mastercam (up to 2024) | Mazatrol | G-code
  • AutoCAD | SolidWorks | CAD-to-CAM workflows
  • CNC mills & lathes | Wire EDM | CNC grinders | Laser cutting
  • Fixture & tooling design | Toolroom leadership
  • Production management | Scheduling | KPI reporting
  • Process development | Quality systems familiarity (ISO 9001, AS9100)

Education

  • A.S., Mechanical Technology — Jamestown Community College

Why Interview this Candidate?

A seasoned machine shop leader with nearly four decades of hands-on CNC programming, tooling design, and shop management experience. They have repeatedly improved scheduling, throughput, and product repeatability while leading teams up to 78 people across prototype and production environments. Their deep CAD/CAM proficiency and practical approach to process development enable immediate contributions to high-precision manufacturing operations.

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