What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machine Shop Supervisor position at Crawford Thomas Recruiting?
Location: Donalsonville, GA
Compensation: $50k - $80k salary (negotiable)
Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Additional Hours: Occasional Friday and Saturday work as needed
Job Type: Full-Time
About The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Machine Shop Supervisor to lead daily production operations in a precision manufacturing environment. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for supervising shop personnel, overseeing CNC machining operations, maintaining quality standards, and driving production efficiency.
The ideal candidate will bring strong machining expertise, CNC programming experience, and the ability to lead a team in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise and coordinate daily activities of machine shop personnel
Monitor production schedules and ensure deadlines are met
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment
Program and set up multiple Mazak CNC lathes
Partner with engineering teams on fixture design and tooling solutions
Perform quality inspections using precision measuring instruments
Troubleshoot production issues to minimize downtime
Manage inventory of raw materials and finished goods
Coordinate packaging and shipment preparation
Support continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations
Required Qualifications
5 years of machining and CNC programming experience
Proven experience as a CNC Machinist
Experience operating manual lathes and milling machines
Strong understanding of tooling, setups, and machining processes
Proficiency with precision measuring equipment, including calipers
Experience working with OEMs and suppliers to source tooling
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Ability to thrive in a production-driven environment
Preferred Qualifications
Experience programming Mazatrol T Plus CNC controllers
Experience programming Mazatrol SmoothG CNC controllers
CAD/CAM programming experience
Ability to optimize toolpaths for productivity and tool life
Experience Operating
Overhead cranes
Forklifts
Pallet jacks
Material handling equipment
Benefits
401(k) with company match
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Life insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Relocation
Candidates must be willing to relocate to the Donalsonville, GA area before the start date.
Keywords
Machine Shop Supervisor, CNC Supervisor, CNC Programming, Mazak, Mazatrol, CNC Lathe, Manufacturing Supervisor, Precision Machining, CAD/CAM, Tooling, Production Management, CNC Machinist, Lean Manufacturing, Quality Control
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Compensation: $50k - $80k salary (negotiable)
Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Additional Hours: Occasional Friday and Saturday work as needed
Job Type: Full-Time
About The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Machine Shop Supervisor to lead daily production operations in a precision manufacturing environment. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for supervising shop personnel, overseeing CNC machining operations, maintaining quality standards, and driving production efficiency.
The ideal candidate will bring strong machining expertise, CNC programming experience, and the ability to lead a team in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise and coordinate daily activities of machine shop personnel
Monitor production schedules and ensure deadlines are met
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment
Program and set up multiple Mazak CNC lathes
Partner with engineering teams on fixture design and tooling solutions
Perform quality inspections using precision measuring instruments
Troubleshoot production issues to minimize downtime
Manage inventory of raw materials and finished goods
Coordinate packaging and shipment preparation
Support continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations
Required Qualifications
5 years of machining and CNC programming experience
Proven experience as a CNC Machinist
Experience operating manual lathes and milling machines
Strong understanding of tooling, setups, and machining processes
Proficiency with precision measuring equipment, including calipers
Experience working with OEMs and suppliers to source tooling
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Ability to thrive in a production-driven environment
Preferred Qualifications
Experience programming Mazatrol T Plus CNC controllers
Experience programming Mazatrol SmoothG CNC controllers
CAD/CAM programming experience
Ability to optimize toolpaths for productivity and tool life
Experience Operating
Overhead cranes
Forklifts
Pallet jacks
Material handling equipment
Benefits
401(k) with company match
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Life insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Relocation
Candidates must be willing to relocate to the Donalsonville, GA area before the start date.
Keywords
Machine Shop Supervisor, CNC Supervisor, CNC Programming, Mazak, Mazatrol, CNC Lathe, Manufacturing Supervisor, Precision Machining, CAD/CAM, Tooling, Production Management, CNC Machinist, Lean Manufacturing, Quality Control
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Salary : $50,000 - $80,000