Machining Production Leader

About Re:Build Manufacturing – New Kensington

Re:Build Manufacturing New Kensington is part of the Re:Build family of companies, located in New Kensington, PA. Capabilities in a wide variety of industries and materials allow our unique value proposition to bring exciting and advanced programs back to American Manufacturing.

Re:Build Manufacturing is a growing family of industrial and engineering businesses combining enabling technologies, operational superiority, and strategic M&A to build America’s next generation industrial company. At Re:Build we deploy deep expertise in engineering, operations management, and technology to supercharge the performance of our member companies. We leverage deep professional expertise and a candid, principled operating culture to drive differentiated outcomes. Ours is a fast-paced environment where individuals can stretch and be challenged to pursue their fullest potential.

Re:Build was founded to pioneer a profitable model for the revitalization of US manufacturing. We’ve assembled a powerful set of complimentary capabilities and lines of business that enable us to pursue a wide range of end markets. Our acquired businesses are grounded in build-to-print and by-the-hour engineering and design services, and we’re leveraging their combined expertise to migrate to increasingly sophisticated program development and production, as well as the generation of our own products. Our unique set of capabilities lend themselves to highly complex systems and products, and we offer customers a range of services including product and systems design, automation, fabrication, assembly, and large volume contract manufacturing. Our customers span a wide array of industries including aerospace, defense, mobility, healthcare, pharma, biotech, clean tech, chemicals, energy, lifestyle, food production, and industrial equipment.

Who we are looking for

Are you experienced in practical leadership and operational management within a machine shop? Have you worked as a Value Stream Manager setting up and guiding a high-production facility from its inception? You will take the lead as the senior operational executive accountable for overall outcomes, profitability, and ongoing advancement of the Large Format Machining (LFM) Value Stream. Your duties involve handling every aspect of the Value Stream and aligning production, engineering, and supply chain operations. Main objectives include cutting waste, optimizing flow, and maintaining safety, quality, and on-time delivery.

You’ll also build and direct operational strategies to support rapid volume growth and encourage continuous improvement throughout the plant. Success in this role requires a hands-on leadership style, extensive knowledge of machining processes, methods, equipment, and tools, and proficiency in Lean manufacturing tools and methodologies.

This distinguished opportunity allows you to play a vital role by taking initiative and solving complex issues in a high-growth, collaborative environment. The Manager of the Large Format Machining Value Stream directs production supervisors, manufacturing engineers, quality engineers, technicians, and the required resources to fulfill customer needs. The VSM also works closely with sourcing, engineering, quality, and Lean teams.

What you get to do

• Lead the ongoing development and implementation of the existing strategic plan to build and grow a Large Scale Machine (LFM) manufacturing facility. Ensure alignment with corporate objectives and industry standard processes. At the same time, run daily operations such as production, maintenance, quality, and logistics. Guarantee timely delivery to customers.
• Ensure a zero-incident culture by implementing safety protocols, regulatory requirements (OSHA, FDA, etc.), and environmental compliance. Ensure all manufacturing processes align with industry standards, safety regulations, and environmental policies.
• Recruit, hire, develop, and mentor a high-performing manufacturing team, including production, quality, supply chain, and engineering personnel to build a high-performing, accountable culture.
• Champion Lean principles (Value Stream Analysis, Rapid Improvement Events (RIE), SMED, 5S, etc.) to eliminate non-value-added activities and reduce waste.
• Monitor and improve important metrics such as Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), productivity, scrap, and labor efficiency. Use Basic Problem Solving and Root Cause Countermeasure as appropriate to address opportunities.
• Be responsible for the value stream's budget and P&L, implementing cost-reduction strategies and running labor, overhead, and operating expenses. Develop and lead operational budgets, capital expenditures, and cost control measures to achieve financial targets.
• Partner with Sourcing / Supply Chain, Technical, Quality, and the Commercial teams to advance production scheduling, material availability, process flow and to align manufacturing capabilities with market demands and product innovations.
• Build and implement advanced manufacturing processes, automation strategies, and quality control systems to ensure high-yield, cost-efficient production.
• Stay at the forefront of emerging machining technologies and manufacturing advancements, positioning the organization as an industry leader.

What you bring to the Team

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in machine shop management, with a strong preference for Large Scale Machining.
• At least 5 years holding a leadership role in a sophisticated manufacturing environment.
• Experience with facility startup, new product introduction, and production scale-up.
• Solid understanding of machining manufacturing.
• Expertise in automation, Industry 4.0, and smart manufacturing technologies.
• Strong leadership, team-building, and talent development skills.
• Outstanding problem-solving abilities and critical thinking.
• Background and experience in lean production.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001, IATF 16949, and other quality management systems.

The BIG payoff

We are a company who is going to make a difference in the industries and the communities in which we choose to operate.

Every employee of Re:Build will share ownership in the company and will share in the financial rewards of the success we achieve together, at all levels of the company!

We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operate

Re:Build Manufacturing is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason. Re:Build is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at View email address on click.appcast.io or you may call us at View phone number on click.appcast.io.