Machine Shop Supervisor

CNC Machine Shop Supervisor

Location: [Insert City, State]
Shift: 2nd
Compensation: 90k+, 10% bonus, great shift differential, 4 day work week

We are seeking an experienced CNC Machine Shop Supervisor to lead and oversee daily operations within our precision machining department. This is a hands-on leadership role focused on driving production efficiency, maintaining high quality standards, and fostering a strong team culture in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Supervise and coordinate activities of CNC machinists, operators, and setup personnel to meet production schedules and quality standards.

• Provide leadership, coaching, and technical guidance to ensure efficient and safe operations.

• Plan and assign work, ensure proper setup of CNC machines, and verify that tooling and fixtures are available for production runs.

• Oversee the troubleshooting of machining issues, tool changes, and program adjustments to ensure minimal downtime.

• Monitor production processes to maintain product quality and adherence to specifications.

• Collaborate with engineering and quality departments to resolve process, tooling, or quality issues.

• Conduct regular team meetings to reinforce safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Maintain accurate documentation including production reports, attendance, and performance records.

• Promote and enforce safety practices, ensuring compliance with OSHA and company safety standards.

• Identify training needs and facilitate skills development for team members.

• Support Lean Manufacturing and 5S initiatives within the shop to drive productivity and organization.

• High school diploma or GED required; technical or vocational training preferred.

• Minimum of 5 years of CNC machining experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or team lead capacity.

• Strong understanding of CNC programming, setups, tooling, and troubleshooting.

• Experience working with a variety of CNC machines (mills, lathes, multi-axis preferred).

• Solid leadership skills with the ability to motivate, train, and develop team members.

• Effective communicator with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement practices.

• Proficiency with reading and interpreting blueprints, GD&T, and shop drawings.

• Knowledge of safety practices and OSHA regulations in a machine shop environment.

• Competitive compensation and excellent benefits package.

• Opportunity to lead a dedicated team in a stable and growing organization.

• Work in a collaborative environment where your technical and leadership skills are valued.

• Career advancement opportunities for high-performing leaders.