Machine Shop and Materials Manager

Job Title: Machine Shop and Material Manager 

Job Location: Williamsport, PA

This position is responsible for managing our in-house machine shop, major subcontracts, procurement of materials, components, supplies, and capital equipment and services consistent with program schedules, contracts, and government specifications. Oversees operation of all standard machines, including tool and die making, as well as general experimental machinery and recommending design changes in equipment and/or materials.  Coordinates and executes machining services for other Stellant Divisions. 

• Oversees machines shops operations’ personnel (Tool Die Makers, Tool Die Machinists, Machine Operators, and Machinists)
• Coordinates machining services in support of other Stellant Divisions
• Through a professional staff, ensures purchasing requirements are satisfied in the most cost-effective manner
• Recommends design changes in existing equipment, new equipment, materials, and procedures as needed
• Ensures equipment and operations are performing at optimum levels
• Supports Quality Control in qualifying outside vendors keeping cost-effectiveness in tact
• Maintains raw-material inventories at optimum levels
• Interacts and seeks input from Engineering and Manufacturing as on need basis
• Reviews and approves all purchases, including supporting documentation, above buyers authorized dollar amount, sole-source purchases, and any service agreements
• Delegates tasks in the negotiation and management of subcontracts and major subcontracts for electronic components, commodities, and technical service
• Documents and approves make vs. buy decisions to comply with DFARS
• Manages the Small/Disadvantaged Business Program at facility
• Manages the development of the facility Master Subcontracting Plan
• Oversees the supplier performance reviews and corrective action process
• Conducts vendor performance analysis and takes corrective action to get best value and service
• Plans and establishes objectives, goals, standards, forecasts, budgets, programs
• Keeps upper management fully informed on department status
• Provides direction and training, as needed in all department activities
• Participates or leads in any in or out product line transfer for existing or new products
• Conducts performance reviews

• Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, or related degree preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years machine shop management experience
• Minimum of ten (10) years materials management experience in DOD environment preferred
• Minimum of five (5) years management experience
• Solid communication skills, both verbally and written
• Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, ERP experience such as LN, SAP, etc

Stellant Systems is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law.

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S. (e.g. Green Card holder), or a protected individual as defined by the International Traffic in Arm Regulations (ITAR).