Job Summary:
Assists with the plan, design, purchase, and implementation of machining processes and equipment in an industrial plant.
Key Responsibilities:
Assists in the determination of parts and tools needed in order to achieve manufacturing goals such as setup reduction and changeovers according to product specification; works with engineering to identify problems with product and performance and recommends solutions or enhancements. Assists with the design, development, implementation, and analysis of technical products and systems. Performs equipment engineering design evaluations and documents results; may recommend alterations to development and design to improve quality of products and/or procedures. Works to improve equipment availability and capability by utilizing continuous improvement tools and working cross functionally. Competencies:Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
Communicates effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
Health and Safety Fundamentals - Champions and models proactive health and safety behaviors by identifying, reporting and participating in actions to improve health and safety in order to build an interdependent culture and contribute to an injury-free workplace.
Drawing Interpretation - Integrates product design and manufacturing equipment engineering drawings to support the design and development of an optimal manufacturing process that meets product design specifications.
Equipment/Capital Procurement - Selects manufacturing equipment which meets the Cummins manufacturing specifications and meets the project or program needs.
Manufacturing Knowledge - Demonstrates the knowledge of manufacturing by correctly implementing changes in current processes, equipment, and applications to meet the function's needs and contribute towards continuous improvement.
Process Documentation - Produces written manufacturing procedures in proper sequence which are followed correctly by all approved stakeholders to establish continuity in processes and standardization.
Values differences - Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
Cutting Material Selection - Demonstrates understanding of the different characteristics in materials used in manufacturing processes by correctly identifying factors that impact the production process to select the appropriate material to be used for a specific manufacturing process.
Dimensional Metrology - Applies dimensional measurement science in the development and application of measurement/inspection processes that deliver capable measurement results, supporting design validation and conformity assessment meeting regulatory, customer and product requirements.
Health and Safety – Machine Guarding - Understands and implements Cummins policies, legal and other requirements by applying approved machine guarding standards on existing machines and/or through the design and procurement of new machines/equipment to reduce overall risk to as low as reasonably practicable.
Machine Programming - Creates factory floor machine programs by designing and implementing solutions to improve usage of machine and overall operation.
Material Removal Tooling and Processes - Selects the tools needed to complete a material removal process that meets the product requirements at the lowest total costs to provide products that meet the customer needs.
Measurement Process Design - Applying knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing principles and knowledge of measurement technology (standards, techniques, equipment, etc) to design a measurement system that can consistently meet industry and customer requirements.
Education, Licenses, Certifications:
College, university, or degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) or related field, or equivalent experience required.
This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.
Experience:
Basic level of relevant work experience required.
A Machine Shop Shift Manager is responsible for managing machining operations during a specific shift, ensuring production targets, quality requirements, machine availability, and safety standards are achieved.
Technical Responsibilities
1. Production Execution
- Monitor daily production plans and shift-wise targets.
- Ensure CNC Turning, Milling, Grinding, Drilling, and other machining operations run as per schedule.
- Balance manpower and machine loading to maximize throughput.
- Monitor cycle times and identify productivity losses.
- Ensure adherence to standard work instructions and process sheets.
2. CNC Machining Control
- Supervise CNC machine setup, offsets, tooling changes, and program validation.
- Support operators and setters in troubleshooting machining issues.
- Review cutting parameters to improve productivity and tool life.
- Ensure machine capability meets process requirements.
3. Quality Assurance
- Monitor Critical-to-Quality (CTQ) characteristics.
- Verify first-off, in-process, and final inspection activities.
- Ensure compliance with GD&T, blueprint requirements, and control plans.
- Drive containment and corrective actions for quality concerns.
- Support PFMEA and control plan implementation.
4. Process Improvement
- Analyze production losses and downtime.
- Lead Root Cause Analysis using:
- 5 Why
- Fishbone Diagram
- Pareto Analysis
- A3 Problem Solving
- Implement Kaizen and Lean Manufacturing initiatives.
- Reduce setup times using SMED techniques.
5. Equipment Reliability
- Monitor machine health and uptime.
- Coordinate preventive and autonomous maintenance activities.
- Support TPM activities and OEE improvement initiatives.
- Escalate major breakdowns and coordinate repairs with maintenance teams.
6. Tooling Management
- Monitor tool wear and tool consumption.
- Optimize tool life and cutting conditions.
- Ensure tool inventory availability.
- Work with tooling suppliers on performance improvements.
7. Safety & Compliance
- Conduct shift safety meetings.
- Ensure compliance with EHS procedures, LOTO, and machine guarding requirements.
- Investigate near misses and safety incidents.
- Promote a zero-incident culture.
Key Technical Skills Required
Machining Knowledge
- CNC Turning Centers
- CNC Vertical Machining Centers (VMC)
- Horizontal Machining Centers (HMC)
- Grinding Processes
- Drilling and Tapping Operations
- Fixture Design Concepts
Manufacturing Systems
- ERP/MRP Systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.)
- MES Systems
- Production Planning and Scheduling
- OEE Monitoring
Quality Tools
- GD&T Interpretation
- SPC (Statistical Process Control)
- MSA
- Gauge Control
- PFMEA
- Control Plans
- 8D Problem Solving
Lean Manufacturing Tools
- TPM
- SMED
- 5S
- Kaizen
- Value Stream Mapping
- Waste Elimination
- Visual Management
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Safety
- Zero Lost Time Incidents (LTI)
- Near Miss Closure Rate
- Safety Audit Scores
Delivery
- Shift Production Achievement (%)
- On-Time Delivery
- Schedule Adherence
Quality
- PPM
- Scrap Rate
- Rework Rate
- First Pass Yield (FPY)
Productivity
- OEE
- Machine Utilization
- Labor Productivity
- Cycle Time Adherence
Cost
- Tool Consumption Cost
- Overtime Cost
- Scrap Cost
- Manufacturing Cost per Unit
Technical Competency Expectations
A strong Machine Shop Shift Manager should be able to:
✅ Troubleshoot machining defects and process issues independently
✅ Optimize CNC machining parameters
✅ Improve OEE and machine utilization
✅ Lead TPM and Lean initiatives
✅ Analyze production data and identify losses
✅ Manage manpower efficiently across the shift
✅ Drive SQDCM (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Morale) performance
✅ Develop operators, setters, and technicians