Job Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented CNC Machine Shop Supervisor to lead our machining operations with energy and precision. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the daily activities of our CNC machining team, ensuring high-quality production, adherence to safety standards, and continuous improvement. Your expertise in CNC programming, machine setup, and mechanical blueprint interpretation will drive efficiency and excellence across our manufacturing processes.
Responsibilities
- The Machine Shop Supervisor is responsible for leading day-to-day machine shop operations to meet production demands, quality standards, and delivery commitments
- This role sets priorities, supports execution, and ensures work is completed efficiently and safely
- The position oversees the machining of production parts and prototypes
- It requires strong technical expertise across CNC and manual machining, CNC programming, to guide work, support troubleshooting, and ensure quality outcomes
- This role is accountable for production output, quality, and on-time delivery within the machine shop, while supporting team development and driving continuous improvement in shop floor processes and performance
- Lead daily machine shop operations and execution of production schedules to meet quality and delivery expectations
- Establish priorities, allocate resources, and manage workflow based on production needs and business impact
- Provide technical leadership across machining operations, including CNC programming, setup, and process optimization
- Ensure machining activities meet specifications, tolerances, and quality requirements
- Determine appropriate tooling, materials, and machining methods to support production requirements
- Monitor machining performance and process conditions to ensure efficiency and quality
- Promote and enforce a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with all safety policies and procedures
- Lead, coach, and hold machinists accountable for performance, quality, safety, and execution
- Plan and adjust staffing and workload to meet production demand
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including production flow, standard work, and shop floor processes
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, and Quality to support production, tooling, process improvements, and job estimation
- Support design and development of fixtures, tooling, and prototype components
- Support hands-on machining activities as needed, including setup, operation, and finishing processes
- Ensure availability of tools, materials, and resources required to support production
Experience
- 2+ years of machining experience in a precision manufacturing environment, including both CNC and manual machining
- 2+ years of experience leading machinists or production teams in a manufacturing environment
- Demonstrate experience programming CNC machines using Master Cam
- Strong experience operating and supporting CNC mills, lathes, and manual machining equipment
- Experience working in a low to medium volume, tight-tolerance manufacturing environment
- Demonstrate experience driving process improvements, establishing standard work, and supporting shop floor performance
- Strong knowledge of machining principles, tooling, materials, and precision manufacturing processes
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and process documentation
- Proficiency in precision measurement tools and inspection techniques
- Solid understanding of machining math, including geometry and trigonometry
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve machining and process issues
- Ability to lead, prioritize work, and hold team members accountable for performance, quality, and safety
- Effective communication skills across operators, engineers, and cross-functional teams
- Basic computer skills to support reporting, documentation, and communication
- Understanding of machine shop maintenance, organization, and housekeeping practices
Pay: $28.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) 3% Match
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
