What is a machine shop manager and how to become one

Key steps to become a machine shop manager

1. Explore machine shop manager education requirements

   Most common machine shop manager degrees

   Bachelor's

   39.6 %

   Associate

   32.0 %

   High School Diploma

   14.0 %

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2. Start to develop specific machine shop manager skills

   Skills	Percentages
   CNC Machines	14.18%
   Lean Manufacturing	8.29%
   Grinders	4.96%
   Machine Tools	4.57%
   Cad Cam	4.52%

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3. Complete relevant machine shop manager training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 3-6 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New machine shop managers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a machine shop manager based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real machine shop manager resumes.

4. Research machine shop manager duties and responsibilities

   • Manage daily operations of precision machining facility that produces components for the medical and aerospace industry.
   • Purchase several million dollars of CNC equipment.
   • Design jigs and fixtures for machine and fabrication.
   • Design fixtures, jigs, and gears for clutch plates.

5. Prepare your machine shop manager resume

   When your background is strong enough, you can start writing your machine shop manager resume.

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6. Apply for machine shop manager jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a machine shop manager job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams