Description

Juniper Industries

Machine Shop Foreman

Location: New York (NYC Metro Area)

Compensation: $75,000 – $100,000 Base Salary (based on experience and scope)

Company Overview

Juniper Industries is a 90+ year leader in metal fabrication, specializing in pressure vessels and watertight/ballistic closures for maritime and defense applications. With a strong reputation for quality, precision, and craftsmanship, Juniper is seeking a hands-on Machine Shop Foreman to lead production floor operations while actively contributing to machining work.

Position Overview

The Machine Shop Foreman is a working leader responsible for overseeing daily machining operations, guiding machinists, and ensuring production is executed safely, efficiently, and to specification. This role blends technical machining expertise with floor leadership, requiring the ability to interpret complex drawings, plan workflows, troubleshoot issues, and drive performance across the shop.

This individual will operate at a highly independent level, capable of leading production with minimal oversight while maintaining strong communication across teams.

Key Responsibilities

Production & Technical Leadership

• Interpret blueprints, drawings, and tolerances to guide machining operations
• Select appropriate machines (lathes, mills, grinders, etc.) and tooling setups
• Plan job sequences, batch sizes, and workflows for optimal productivity
• Perform hands-on machining, setup, and troubleshooting as needed
• Conduct first-article checks and ensure adherence to specifications

Shop Floor Management

• Supervise, train, and mentor machinists to improve performance and quality
• Communicate priorities, production schedules, and expectations clearly
• Monitor machine performance and recommend process improvements
• Track production output, materials, and job progress

Quality & Continuous Improvement

• Ensure all output meets quality standards and tolerances
• Troubleshoot machining issues using a systematic, root-cause approach
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to improve efficiency

Safety & Compliance

• Enforce proper PPE and safe machine operation practices
• Perform routine machine maintenance and ensure equipment reliability
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement

Non-Negotiables (Must-Have Requirements)

• 10+ years of machining experience in a production environment
• Strong expertise with manual machining (lathes, mills, grinders)
• Experience working in metal fabrication or heavy industrial environments
• Proven ability to read and interpret blueprints, tolerances, and schematics
• Hands-on experience with precision measurement tools (micrometers, calipers, gauges)
• Demonstrated leadership experience on the shop floor (training, supervising, or mentoring machinists)
• Ability to plan workflows, setups, and production sequencing independently
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs
• Commitment to safety standards and PPE compliance
• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident

Nice to Have (Preferred Qualifications)

• Machinist trade school or formal technical training
• Multilingual capabilities (helpful for diverse shop environments)
• Experience interfacing with vendors or outsourced machining partners
• Familiarity with process improvement, lean manufacturing, or continuous improvement initiatives
• Experience translating engineering intent into clear shop-floor execution

What Success Looks Like in This Role

• Operates as a highly independent floor leader (Level 3.3–4.0 on Juniper's internal scale)
• Demonstrates strong command of machining fundamentals, tolerances, and quality control
• Effectively leads, trains, and influences machinists to improve performance
• Maintains organized, efficient, and safe shop operations
• Proactively identifies and resolves production challenges

Compensation & Market Positioning

• Base Salary Range: $75,000 – $100,000
• Competitive candidates in this market typically fall within the upper-mid range depending on leadership scope and hands-on involvement
• Compensation may vary based on:
  • Depth of manual machining expertise
  • Leadership responsibility (hands-on vs. managerial)
  • Production demands and overtime expectations

Why Join Juniper Industries

• Long-standing, stable company with 90+ years of industry leadership
• Opportunity to play a key leadership role on the production floor
• Hands-on, impactful position with direct influence on operations and team performance
• Strong culture of craftsmanship, safety, and continuous improvement

Job Posting

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