CNC Manager

CNC Manager

Our client is a California-based manufacturer of high-end kitchen faucets and accessories, combining precision engineering, quality materials, and skilled craftsmanship. The company designs and manufactures its products in-house, with a focus on durable, precision-machined components, distinctive finishes, and quality standards. Its products serve customers looking for premium kitchen fixtures built for both performance and design.

Why join us?

• Direct hire
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 3% 401k match dollar for dollar, 5% up to 50% match
• Two weeks PTO
• Granted sick leave
• Holidays

About the Role

• Lead and develop CNC machinists and machine operators while overseeing daily production priorities and workflow.
• Manage production schedules, work orders, staffing, overtime, materials, and tooling requirements.
• Monitor key performance indicators, including Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), scrap, downtime, setup efficiency, and labor productivity.
• Identify opportunities to increase machine capacity, improve throughput, reduce waste, and minimize production errors.
• Apply CNC programming and machining expertise to troubleshoot issues and improve manufacturing processes.
• Oversee preventive maintenance, equipment repairs, and machine readiness.
• Evaluate opportunities to bring outsourced machining operations in-house to improve cost, quality, and lead times.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, purchasing, production planning, and senior management to meet delivery and performance goals.
• Establish and maintain safe work practices, quality standards, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Extensive CNC machining and programming experience, ideally 15+ years working with metal components.
• Strong understanding of CNC programming, machine setup, troubleshooting, and machining processes.
• Experience with CNC mills, lathes, mill-turn equipment, Swiss machines, or other precision machining equipment. Multi-axis experience is a plus.
• Previous experience in a machine shop, job shop, or contract manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of production scheduling, tooling, materials planning, and manufacturing cost control.
• Ability to use operational metrics to identify problems, improve efficiency, and increase production capacity.
• Leadership or supervisory experience managing machinists, operators, or technical manufacturing teams.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Relevant technical education or equivalent manufacturing experience.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary of $115,000–$140,000, with flexibility up to $165,000 for candidates with exceptional CNC programming and leadership experience.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with company matching contributions.
• Paid time off, with accrual beginning on the first day of employment.
• Paid sick time.