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Manager, Machine Shop

Job Function:  Manufacturing
Location: 

Franklin, MA, US, 02019

Work Location (for field-based positions): 
Work Flexibility:  Onsite (Office/ Production)
Pay Range:  $122,300 - 165,400
Job ID:  4935

 

Are you a hands-on manufacturing leader who thrives on running a shop, developing people, and driving continuous improvement? We’re looking for a Machine Shop Manager to lead a 50-person, two-shift, high-speed machining operation supporting medical device manufacturing.

This is a highly visible leadership role with real ownership—of people, performance, quality, and results. If you enjoy being on the floor, building strong teams, and using data to improve how work gets done, this could be a great next step.

What You’ll Do

As the Machine Shop Manager, you’ll have full responsibility for day-to-day operations and long-term performance of the machining center. Your focus will be on people development, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

 

People & Leadership

  • Lead, coach, and develop a team of supervisors, machinists, and support staff across two shifts

  • Build a positive, engaged shop culture through clear communication, training, and accountability

  • Oversee hiring, onboarding, performance reviews, coaching, and employee relations

  • Be a visible, hands-on leader on the floor who supports teams and removes obstacles

  • Lead change initiatives and drive a Lean mindset across the operation

 

Operations & Delivery

  • Own daily production performance and long-term capacity planning

  • Establish goals, track KPIs, and close gaps to target across safety, quality, delivery, and cost

  • Lead cross-functional projects and support new product/process introductions

  • Develop and maintain visual management systems to keep the shop in control

  • Use machining production management systems (Machine Metrics or similar) to drive decisions

 

Quality & Regulatory

  • Ensure quality is built into processes—not inspected in later

  • Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions for chronic defects

  • Oversee line stops and quality escalations when needed

  • Support FDA-regulated manufacturing and ISO 13485 / ISO 9001 compliance

  • Participate in internal and external audits and help close customer complaints

 

Cost, Safety & Sustainability

  • Own department budgets, inventory, and cost reduction initiatives

  • Maintain a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with EHS requirements

  • Lead accident investigations, safety audits, and monthly 5S reviews

What We’re Looking For

 

Required

  • Bachelor’s degree

  • 10+ years of experience in machining or manufacturing (medical device strongly preferred)

  • 5+ years of experience leading teams of 20+ employees

  • Experience in high-speed machining and high-volume manufacturing

  • Strong people leadership skills with the ability to coach, motivate, and inspire

  • Solid understanding of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement principles

  • Comfortable working in a regulated environment (FDA / ISO)

  • Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills

 

Preferred

  • Advanced degree

  • Lean Six Sigma certification

  • Experience with SAP or other ERP systems

  • Experience with Machine Metrics or similar production management systems

  • Injection molding experience

 

What Success Looks Like

  • Teams are engaged, trained, and performing at a high level

  • The shop runs with clear priorities, strong metrics, and minimal firefighting

  • Safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets are consistently met or exceeded

  • Continuous improvement is part of the daily culture—not a side project

 

Why Join Us

  • Lead a critical operation with real ownership and influence

  • Work in a stable, regulated medical device environment

  • Be part of a culture that values structure, accountability, and people development

  • Make a visible impact on performance and team success

MA Applicants: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Eligible Employee Benefits

  • Medical / Dental / Vision including a state-of-the-art wellness program and pet insurance, too!
  • 3 weeks vacation, 11 holidays plus paid sick time
  • Up to 8 weeks of 100% paid company parental leave; includes maternal/ paternal leave, adoption, and fostering of a child.
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan providing a match of 60% of the employee’s first 6% contribution (up to IRS limits)
  • Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life, STD, LTD & LTC Insurance
  • We prepay your tuition up to $5,250 per year!  - Tuition pre-imbursement
  • Fitness reimbursement of up to $200 annually
  • And much more!

KARL STORZ reserves the right to change or modify the employee’s job description whether orally or in writing, at any time during the employment relationship. Additionally, KARL STORZ, through its supervisors, may require an employee to perform duties outside their normal description within the sole discretion of the supervisor. Employees must comply will all applicable KARL STORZ policies and procedures.

KARL STORZ is committed to maintaining a safe work environment for our employees and customers. Most field-based roles at KARL STORZ require hospital credentialing/health screens as a condition of employment. Credentialing can include required vaccinations, health screens & other requirements as outlined by our customers. During the interview process, we encourage you to ask how credentialing/health screens may impact the role you are seeking and if you require any reasonable accommodations regarding these requirements.

The pay range and/or hourly pay rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job posting and may be modified in the future. When determining a specific team member’s base salary and/or hourly pay rate, several factors will be considered including such things as location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, professional credentials, internal equity, and the amount budgeted for the role.

KARL STORZ is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills and unique experiences. To achieve this goal, we are committed to diverse voices, and all applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. KARL STORZ is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process. Should you need assistance or accommodation please email us at taoperations@karlstorz.com.

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