CNC Manufacturing Operations Manager

Recruiting Partner: Rob McDermott

Billerica, Massachusetts | Manufacturing | Not Remote | $145,000 to $185,000 | Job ID: 177476

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CNC Manufacturing Operations Manager

Billerica, MA | $145,000–$185,000 + Bonus

Join a growing precision manufacturer serving the aerospace, medical device, semiconductor, biotechnology, and advanced industrial markets. This is a high-impact leadership role overseeing a large CNC machining operation, with the opportunity to drive operational excellence, develop talent, and influence the future of the business.

Benefits & Compensation

  • $125,000–$160,000 base salary
  • Performance-based bonus
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Company-paid short and long-term disability
  • 401(k) with 4% company match
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Stable, growth-oriented organization
  • Significant leadership visibility and advancement potential

Requirements & Qualifications

  • 8+ years of manufacturing leadership experience within CNC machining
  • Strong knowledge of CNC milling and turning operations
  • Experience managing multiple teams, departments, or shifts
  • Background in production planning, scheduling, and resource allocation
  • Proven success improving productivity, quality, and operational performance
  • Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills

Must Haves

  • Experience in aerospace, defense, medical device, semiconductor, or other precision manufacturing environments
  • Lead daily operations across CNC milling and turning departments
  • Drive production performance through effective scheduling, labor planning, and workflow management
  • Develop supervisors, machinists, and future leaders through coaching and cross-training
  • Partner with Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance to resolve manufacturing challenges
  • Implement continuous improvement initiatives that increase throughput, efficiency, and quality
  • Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, safety, and operational excellence

Preferred Background & Skills

  • Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement experience
  • ERP/MRP system proficiency
  • Experience leading organizational change, growth, or process improvement initiatives
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, or a related field preferred

 

JOB ID: 177476

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