Manufacturing Foreman

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced CNC Manufacturing Foreman to lead daily shop floor operations and supervise CNC machining personnel. This role is responsible for ensuring production goals are met safely, efficiently, and to quality standards while fostering a strong team environment. The ideal candidate has hands-on multi-axis CNC experience, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of CNC machinists, operators, and setup personnel
• Assign jobs, manage workflow, and ensure production schedules are met
• Oversee setup, operation, and troubleshooting of CNC mills, lathes, and related equipment

• Ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget.

• Ensure parts meet quality standards, tolerances, and customer specifications
• Enforce safety policies, shop procedures, and housekeeping standards
• Train, mentor, and evaluate CNC personnel; provide coaching and performance feedback
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and maintenance teams to resolve production issues
• Monitor machine utilization, scrap rates, and productivity metrics
• Assist with process improvements, tooling selection, and lean manufacturing initiatives
• Maintain accurate production and labor records

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical degree or trade school preferred
• 5+ years of CNC machining experience, including setup and troubleshooting
• 2+ years of supervisory or lead experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of CNC programming, tooling, and fixturing
• Experience working with precision tolerances and blueprints/GD&T
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and production reporting
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Strong Knowledge of Microsoft office applications

Preferred Skills

• Root Cause Corrective Action experience.
• Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma Experience
• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings
• Forklift or crane certification
• Commitment to keep work area clean and free of debris

• Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50lbs

• Specific vision abilities include close and distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

• Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel, as well as reach with hands and arms for extended periods of time

• Capable of standing for long periods

Supervisory Responsibilities : None .

Travel Required : N/A

Note : This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position . Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments . All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

To perform this job successfully, the employee(s) will possess the skills, aptitude, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently . Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety to themselves or others . The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities . This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will relationship .

Affirmative Action/ E mployment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: ALIGN PRECISION is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company . We are committed to creating a workplace where all qualified individuals are welcome and can thrive, regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristics protected by law.