Machine Shop Supervisor

JOB SUMMARY

The Machine Shop Supervisor is responsible for leading daily shop floor operations, ensuring disciplined execution of company policies, and driving production performance to meet customer delivery and financial objectives. This role serves as the central point of coordination between Production Control, Programming, and Engineering, enabling machinists to remain focused on production while improving overall shop efficiency, output, and margins.

This position operates in a fast-paced, air-conditioned manufacturing environment producing engineered-to-order precision tooling from steel and aluminum-bronze materials. ---

Key Responsibilities

Shop Floor Leadership & Discipline

· Provide daily supervision of all machine shop personnel in accordance with company policies and handbook (breaks, attendance, time off, cell phone usage, and vacation scheduling)

· Maintain a structured, accountable, and productive work environment

Performance Management

· Conduct and manage Direct Labor (DL) performance reviews, focusing on key metrics such as scrap, output, and machine utilization

· Monitor and drive improvements in individual and team performance

Production Execution & Scheduling

· Direct shop personnel to execute the Production Control schedule, clearly defining what jobs run, when they run, and at which work centers

· Coordinate workflow and resource allocation to ensure realistic and achievable schedules

· Ensure raw materials, tooling, and fixtures are available at work centers to support uninterrupted production

Engineering & Technical Coordination

· Review released engineering prints and routers daily to assess manufacturability, required fixtures, tooling needs, and potential risks

· Act as the primary liaison between the shop floor and Engineering, resolving all operator questions to minimize downtime and keep machinists focused on production

Programming Coordination

· Lead daily huddles with Programming to align on short- and long-term programming priorities

· Assign and track programming responsibilities, ensuring clarity on ownership, timing, and deliverables

Continuous Improvement & Efficiency

· Identify and implement process improvements to increase shop efficiency, throughput, and profitability

· Optimize utilization of machines, labor, and work centers

Core Competencies

· Strong focus on quality, accountability, and customer satisfaction

· Data-driven mindset with the ability to manage and improve performance metrics

· Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills

· Strong leadership and communication skills across cross-functional teams

· Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic production environment

· Proficiency with precision measurement tools (calculator, micrometers, vernier calipers)

Education & Experience

· Minimum 10 years of CNC machining experience

· At least 5 years of machine shop supervisory experience

· Experience with machine fixturing strongly preferred

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Working Conditions

· Manufacturing shop floor environment

· Frequent standing and walking

· Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25