Fabrication Shop Manager

Highlights

• Build and run a new fabrication shop and prototype line from scratch.
• Prove out manufacturing processes for deeply integrated hardware-AI products.
• Turn early concepts into production-representative builds informing DFM.

What they offer

• 401(k) max employer match: 3.5% of compensation
• 100% employer-paid health, vision, and dental benefits for you and dependents
• Unlimited PTO and sick time
• Flexible spending account with employer matching up to $1,650/year
• Guardian Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Competitive stock options

Ideal candidate

A hands-on shop leader who has built and run prototype shops and cares deeply about how parts get made. You partner closely with engineering and take pride in repeatable, high-quality builds.

Requirements

• 12+ years in prototype machine shop, pilot line, or manufacturing engineering roles, with at least 3 years managing a shop or team
• Hands-on mastery of CNC machining including setup, fixturing, and CAM basics and at least one joining or forming process
• Experience standing up or expanding a shop or line including equipment selection, layout, procurement, and commissioning
• Strong command of mechanical drawings, GD&T, metrology, and common engineering materials including plastics, metals, composites
• Proven ability to hire and lead technicians and operators and to manage vendors to schedule and budget
• Clear written and verbal communication and comfortable presenting to cross-functional teams
• Safety-first mindset with experience owning shop safety programs