Manager, Mechanical Production

About Us:
Join AMETEK NSI-MI Technologies, a trailblazer in RF measurement innovation, transforming aerospace, defense, satellite, and wireless industries. Our groundbreaking solutions, from turnkey systems to precision components, are crafted to surpass expectations and drive success. If you're eager to make a significant impact and be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team, join us at NSI-MI Technologies and elevate your professional journey.
Job Summary:
This role is a professional, hands-on Manager of Mechanical Production who leads and directs the machinists, mechanical assemblers, and fabricators at NSI-MI Technologies' Suwanee Operations facility. The Manager oversees product assembly on the manufacturing floor and works to improve it. The Manager works closely with assembly staff, manufacturing engineers, production planners, and design engineers to improve manufacturing quality and processes, and documents product improvements during the build process.
The Manager is responsible and accountable for meeting quality and financial goals, including product cost and on-time delivery. The role recommends methods and spending to improve manufacturing processes and tracks product cost against established standards. NSI-MI Technologies' Operations group covers procurement, machining, assembly, testing, and shipping. It builds a high-technology, low-volume, highly varied product mix in a project-driven, build-to-order environment. Because this manufacturing environment changes quickly, the role requires excellent communication and engineering skills.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee all Mechanical Production activities, including machining operations and system assembly.
Manage personnel, and equipment to meet production quality, cost, and schedule goals.
Work with production planners to develop and maintain production schedules.
Manage and coordinate personnel, materials, and equipment to meet production schedules.
Improve product quality, manufacturability, and production efficiency, and shorten shipping lead times using Lean, 5S, and Six Sigma methods.
Monitor material and supply inventories using computer information systems and physical inventory methods.
Work with the Quality department on vendor quality and supplier rating systems.
Measure progress against established performance standards and track improvements.
Identify and resolve issues that affect production.
Minimum Qualifications:
10 years of experience in machining, manufacturing, and machine design involving machinery, positioning equipment, gears, machine tools, or similar equipment, with proven supervisory or team leadership experience in these areas.
Demonstrated knowledge of product structuring, assembly practices, and assembly standards.
Demonstrated knowledge of product costing and strong cost management skills.
Strong commitment to continuous improvement.
Proven experience with Six Sigma, 5S, and Lean methods.
Excellent communication and engineering skills.
Due to the nature of NSI-MI Technologies’ programs and products, applicants must have the legal right to work in the U.S. and additionally must be legally authorized to access export-controlled information and source code.
Desired Qualifications:
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical and/or manufacturing engineering.
CAD experience preferred.
Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision-making, work quality, and to reduce costs. The successful candidate must be able to identify appropriate AI use cases and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs.
What’s in It for You:
Competitive compensation, holiday pay, and paid time off
Great benefits package that includes health, vision, and dental insu