**About ITT:** ITT is an industrial manufacturer of critical, engineered components that serve fast-growing end markets in transportation, flow, energy, aerospace and defense. The company’s differentiation is sustained through a combination of several factors: execution, the quality of its leadership and our DNA as an engineering leader. We have a clear purpose as an organization: to provide our customers with cutting-edge solutions to help solve their most critical needs. The company generated 2023 revenues of $3.3 billion and is comprised of three distinct segments: + **Motion Technologies** ($1.5B revenue) is a global leader in brake pads, shock absorbers and sealing solutions for the automotive and rail markets + **Industrial Process** ($1.1B revenue) is a global leader in centrifugal and twin-screw pumps for the chemical, energy, mining and industrial markets + **Connect & Control Technologies** ($0.7B) is a niche player in harsh environment connectors and control components in critical applications for the aerospace, defense and industrial markets. ITT is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut with over 10,000 employees in more than 35 countries and sales in approximately 125 countries. **Position Summary** We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced CNC Machine Shop Manager to lead our precision machining operations at our facility in El Cajon, CA. The CNC Machine Shop Manager will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations, capacity planning, production scheduling, CNC programming, product quality, and ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to plan work effectively, prioritize tasks, and coordinate resources to ensure timely completion of projects while maintaining high-quality standards. **Essential Responsibilities** 1. **Capacity Planning & Scheduling:** 2. Develop and maintain production schedules based on customer orders, inventory levels, and machine availability. 3. Optimize resource allocation to meet production targets while maximizing machine utilization and minimizing downtime. 4. Collaborate with sales, engineering, and purchasing teams to forecast capacity requirements and align production schedules accordingly. 5. Establish structured workflows to ensure seamless handoff between production stages and maintain production continuity. 6. **CNC Program Optimization:** 7. Review and optimize CNC programs to improve cycle times, reduce tool wear, and enhance overall efficiency. 8. Collaborate with engineering and programming teams to implement best practices for tool paths, cutting parameters, and fixture design. 9. Implement standardization practices for CNC programs across machines and product lines. 10. **Quality Assurance (AQL):** 11. Implement and maintain Acceptable Quality Limit (AQL) standards to ensure consistent product quality. 12. Conduct regular inspections and audits to verify compliance with quality standards. 13. Collaborate with quality control teams to identify root causes of defects and drive corrective actions. 14. **Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement:** 15. Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and improve workflow efficiency. 16. Implement external setups and quick changeover methodologies (SMED) to minimize machine downtime. 17. Promote a culture of continuous improvement among team members. 18. Track and improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) to maximize machine performance. 19. Establish and maintain metrics for quality, machine uptime, and efficiency to drive operational performance. 20. **Preventative & Predictive Maintenance:** 21. Develop and oversee a comprehensive preventative maintenance program for all CNC equipment. 22. Implement AI-driven predictive maintenance systems to monitor machine performance and detect potential issues before they cause downtime. 23. Collaborate with maintenance teams to schedule and perform routine maintenance activities. 24. **Tooling & Inventory Management:** 25. Identify, order, and maintain inventory of tooling and consumables required for production. 26. Collaborate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of tooling and materials. 27. Implement cost-effective tooling solutions to enhance production efficiency. 28. **Team Leadership & Training:** 29. Supervise, train, and mentor machine shop personnel, including CNC operators, programmers, and maintenance technicians. 30. Supervise shop foreman and shop leads to ensure effective leadership and operational consistency. 31. Foster a collaborative and safety-conscious work environment. 32. Conduct performance evaluations and provide feedback to team members. 33. Develop and implement cross-training programs to enhance workforce flexibility and skill diversity. 34. **Safety & Compliance:** 35. Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations. 36. Promote and enforce safety protocols and procedures. **Position Requirements** + Bachelor's degree plus 10 years’ experience in a related field. + Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in CNC machining and machine shop management. + Understanding of CNC programming (G-code, CAM software such as Mastercam, Fusion 360, or similar). + Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles, external setups, and quick changeover methodologies. + Experience with AI-based predictive maintenance systems is highly desirable. + Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. + Ability to read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and technical drawings. + Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems for production scheduling. + Experience in identifying and ordering tooling and consumables. + Demonstrated success in cross-training employees to promote operational flexibility. **Equal Pay Act Statement** We aim to pay our ‘ITT’ers’ fairly and competitively in the locations that they live and work. Pay-for-performance is a principle that we believe in, and employees are rewarded based not only on ‘what’ they accomplish, but also on ‘how’ they reflect ITT’s values. ITT offers a competitive salary and robust total rewards package, such as health insurance, 401(k), short and long-term disability, paid time off, growth and developmental opportunities, and other incentive compensation programs. Specific benefits are dependent upon whether or not the position is part of a collective-bargaining agreement. The salary offered to a candidate is based several factors such as candidate experience and qualifications, location, as well as market and business considerations. **Equal Pay Act Range** The total compensation range for this role is $132,400-$198,000 annually, plus a benefits package Connect With Us! (https://careersenus-itt-inc.icims.com/jobs/14124/manager%2c-machine-shop/job?mode=apply&apply=yes&in\_iframe=1&hashed=-1834443231) ITT Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, color, gender, gender identity, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any or any other characteristic protected by law. (Government security rules may restrict certain work to specific individuals based on government criteria.) California residents, click this link (https://www.itt.com/itt/Media/itt/ITTSite/Publications/California-Job-Applicant-Privacy-Notice.pdf) **Job Locations** _US-CA-El Cajon_ **ID** _2025-14124_ **Category** _Operations_ **Position Type** _Employee_ **Telecommute** _No_