Shop Supervisor - 2nd Shift

We’re looking for a hands-on 2nd Shift Supervisor who thrives in autonomy, leads from the shop floor, and has strong CNC machining experience—especially in 5-axis environments. You’ll guide a tight-knit team capable of owning full part production, unblocking bottlenecks, and keeping product flowing through the plant. This role is ideal for a decisive, technically skilled leader ready to own second shift. At Martin Sprocket & Gear, we’re dedicated to producing quality mechanical power transmission components, material handling systems, and custom forgings with excellence, and we're looking for skilled Shop Supervisors like you!

What You'll Do:

Leadership & Team Direction

• Lead a highly cross-trained second-shift “seal team” capable of taking an order from raw material to finished part.
• Assign work based on bottlenecks, capacity constraints, and customer priorities to keep product flowing.
• Provide hands-on leadership, coaching, and daily guidance to ensure team performance, safety, and quality.
• Conduct performance reviews, corrective actions, and employee development plans.
• Manage day-to-day operations of the department, ensuring efficient workflow, adherence to safety protocols, and compliance with time-keeping and performance management procedures

CNC & Technical Responsibilities

• Act as the technical lead for the second shift, providing support for CNC mill-turn setups.
• Assist operators with machine setups, offsets, tool changes, and basic program edits as required.
• Prioritize and oversee operations on CNC lathes,  3-axis mill and 5-axis CNC multi-axis machines (preferably DMG Mori, Brother, Doosan).

Production Execution

• Manage and expedite work orders through the department to meet daily production and shipping goals.
• Monitor part flow, identify bottlenecks, track scrap and rework, and optimize machine utilization in real time.
• Coordinate with day-shift leads and managers for smooth handoffs and operational continuity.
• Maintain accurate documentation, record scrap transactions, and ensure compliance with travelers, prints, and specifications.

Problem Solving & Independence

• Serve as the primary decision-maker on second shift, resolving technical, personnel, and production issues with minimal support.
• Quickly troubleshoot machining, quality, and scheduling challenges to reduce downtime.
• Analyze recurring problems and communicate improvement opportunities to management.

Safety, Quality & Continuous Improvement

• Promote a culture of safety, enforcing PPE, housekeeping, and safe machining practices.
• Hold the team accountable to quality standards, dimensional accuracy, and documentation requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts including workflow optimization, tooling improvements, and reduction of setup times.
• Participate in root cause investigations for safety or quality incidents.

What You'll Bring:

Experience & Technical Background

• 7 years of experience in CNC lathe/mill machining, with strong preference for proven experience on 5-axis machines.
• Prior supervisory, lead, or team-lead experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to independently troubleshoot and document CNC machining issues without immediate engineering or day-shift support.
• Solid understanding of G & M code, feeds/speeds, tooling, and geometric tolerancing.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work instructions, and technical drawings.

Leadership & Communication

• Strong leadership presence with the ability to motivate, coach, and hold team members accountable.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to give direction clearly and professionally.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain calm, productive operations in an “on an island” shift environment.

Operational Strengths

• High shop-floor presence (approx. 2/3 of the shift) with a hands-on leadership approach.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple competing tasks.
• Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on quality, precision, and follow-through.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience with ERP/MRP systems preferred.
• Solid math skills and ability to complete documentation with accuracy.

Personal Traits

• Problem Solver: Naturally steps into issues, analyzes root causes, and drives solutions.
• Independent: Comfortable making decisions and leading without constant direction.
• Team-Oriented: Builds trust and collaboration among second-shift personnel.
• Adaptable: Thrives in changing priorities and workflow demands.
• Safety-Oriented: Strong commitment to maintaining a safe, clean, and compliant work environment.

Your Schedule:

Monday- Friday 2:00PM-10:00PM

To perform this job successfully, you must be able to report daily to the branch to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified candidates with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Why Martin Sprocket & Gear, Inc.?

Founded in 1951 by Joe Martin Sr., Martin Sprocket & Gear is a global leader in mechanical power transmission components, material handling systems, and custom forgings. We are proud to remain family-owned and operate on a simple philosophy:

"Make a quality product, have plenty of it available, and be easy to do business with!"

With dedicated employees, regional facilities, and strong distributor partnerships, Martin offers stability, growth potential, and a dynamic work environment for all team members.

Why You Will Love Working Here: 

At Martin, our people are our greatest asset. We foster an inclusive, collaborative environment where innovation and growth thrive, and your contributions are valued as part of a team dedicated to excellence. Here is what you’ll enjoy when you join our team:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Affordable Medical, Pharmacy, and Dental plans.
• Wellness Initiatives: Employee wellness programs for a healthy work-life balance.
• Financial Security: Life and Disability Insurance, plus a robust 401(k) Profit Trust Plan.
• Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) and company-paid holidays.
• Growth Opportunities: Career development and advancement within a thriving company.

Ready to Join Us? 

Apply today and become part of Martin Sprocket & Gear’s legacy of quality and excellence! 

Disclaimers

We do not accept applications from former or current Authorized Martin Distributors.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by candidates applying for this specific role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of candidates hired.

Martin Sprocket & Gear is an EEO Employer and an E-Verify participating employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, or veteran status.