Production Manager - Machine Shop
The Opportunity
Step into a leadership role where your expertise shapes the heartbeat of our machining operations. As our Production Manager - Machining Operations, you'll guide a high-performing team, elevate manufacturing excellence, and drive continuous improvement across a dynamic machine shop environment. This is your opportunity to influence production strategy, optimize cutting-edge equipment, and help deliver high-quality products that power the world's energy systems.
You'll thrive in a space where innovation meets precision-where every improvement you lead strengthens our global impact. If you're motivated by solving complex challenges, developing people, and creating safer, smarter, more efficient processes, this role offers the perfect platform to grow your career while shaping the future of manufacturing at Hitachi Energy.
How You'll Make an Impact
- Foster a safe, compliant, and inclusive work environment grounded in strong HSE practices.
- Lead, coach, and develop machining team members to achieve production goals.
- Plan and schedule machining operations to meet quality, delivery, and output targets.
- Monitor daily performance and adjust priorities to keep production on track.
- Partner with engineering and quality teams to resolve machining or tooling challenges.
- Optimize CNC machining processes to improve throughput and reduce cost.
- Analyze production data to drive continuous improvement and eliminate waste.
- Manage labor, equipment, tooling, and materials for maximum efficiency.
Your Background
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field preferred; equivalent experience welcomed.
- Experience leading teams in a machining or machine shop environment.
- Strong knowledge of machining processes, CNC operations, and production workflows.
- Background in CNC programming, tooling, and multi-axis machining optimization.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, machining specifications, and GD&T.
- Experience applying lean or continuous improvement methodologies.
More About Us
- Work with a global leader committed to advancing a sustainable energy future.
- Grow your skills through continuous development, mentorship, and innovation-driven projects.
- Join a collaborative culture built on safety, integrity, and empowering every team member to succeed.
Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.
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Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Pet Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
- On-Site Gym
Parental Benefits
- Fertility Benefits
- Family Support Resources
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Adoption Assistance Program
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Snacks
- Some Meals Provided
- Company Outings
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Summer Fridays
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Learning and Development Stipend
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Work Visa Sponsorship
- Leadership Training Program
- Internship Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
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