Job Description:

I am a recruiter with a 70 year old dynamic small manufacturing company with 90 employees in the Buffalo, NY area who designs and manufactures electro-mechanical devices sold worldwide. They are searching for an experienced Machine Shop Manager.You will direct and coordinate the activities of 6 CNC machinists, 1 painter, 3 mechanical assembly and 1 in shippingreceiving. This person will have the authority to improve flow and efficiency in the existing manufacturing areas. Additionally, this individual will be selecting and implementing new machine centers as well as designing new fixtures, and modifying existing fixtures, to reduce set-up time.This individual is also responsible for writing and modifying CNC programs to improve efficiency and the implementation of 5s and Lean initiatives.CNC Machines: Okuma lathe with live tooling, Hardinge lathe, Puma Lathe, Hardinge Mill, Okuma Mill, Okuma Horizontal Mill (3 axis).Machine Shop - Drill Press, Punch press, Grinder, Key Seater, Manual lathe, Automatic Saw, Misc. Machine Shop Equipment.11 direct reports:6 CNC Machinists3 UtilityMechanical Assembly personnel1 Painter1 Shipping and Receiving clerkSkills: We are looking for someone with strong Supervisory skills (interpersonal), Strong Mechanical and CNC background. Someone willing to work closely with people in a collaborative style of management. Familiar with Solidworks. Willing to be a hands-on Supervisor when needed.Tremendous opportunity to be a "Big Fish" in a "Small Pond" - you can make a difference without the politics of the large corporate organization.Position is open due to an upcoming retirement. They would like to hire soon in order to have a comfortable transition period.My client is only interested in local candidates or individuals from the Buffalo, NY area who would like to come home.I hope that I have at least piqued your interest to want to find out more. Please submit your resume directly to Mike DeBellis at I will contact you immediately upon receipt.