Operational Leader – Parts Division Valve Shop Floor

Operational Leader – Parts Division Valve Shop Floor

Company: MD&A

Job Type: Full-time |
Salary: $105,000 – $135,000 |
Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior |
Employment Type: Full‑time |
Job Function: Management & Manufacturing |
Industry: Oil and Gas

Description: Mechanical Dynamics and Analysis LLC, a world‑class supplier of power generation services, parts and repairs, seeks an experienced Operational Leader to serve as a front‑line product leader for its Parts Division Euclid Valve Shop. The role will impact shop‑floor operations, influence process and planning decisions, and manage all aspects of the shop floor.

• Supervise and coach machinists and programmers.
• Promote and reinforce daily safety and quality.
• Teach, coach, and train machinists and programmers.
• Manage daily workflow.
• Support and assess needs for job preparation.
• Coordinate machine maintenance and equipment.
• Schedule primary team schedules, including time off and overtime.
• Maintain interface with outsource shop support (Nitride, EDM, grind, other).
• Coordinate and support shipping schedules based on monthly production schedule.
• Assist and provide feedback on development of shop schedule and quoting to the Manufacturing Manager.

• 5+ years of related experience in machining or manufacturing, or a combination of education and experience.
• Experience with machining, programming (M&G code), and CAM software (Gibbs); high‑temperature alloy experience a plus.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical data.
• Ability to respond to customer and business inquiries and communicate professionally (verbal & written).
• Ability to apply mathematical concepts for supervisory oversight and planning/tracking of core goals.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Time‑ and project‑management skills related to workflow and scheduling through business objectives.
• Knowledge of MS Office, e‑mail, presentations, flow charts; ERP system (EPICOR) and project‑management skills desired.
• Prioritizes safety and ensures all EHS procedures align with company values.
• Promotes and fosters a team environment.

• Standing for extended periods.
• Frequent mobility and flexibility.
• Effective communication in an industrial setting.
• Work extended hours as needed.
• Lift 25–50 lbs.
• Occasional exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals and a loud industrial environment; adherence to MD&A Safety Program and use of personal protective equipment required.

Salary: $105,000 – $135,000

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