Machine Shop Supervisor

Job Summary:

Supervise Machine Shop Dept. (Inventory, housekeeping, machines & supervise employees to follow company policy). Guide production employees in a manufacturing and assembly environment: plans and assigns work, implements policies and procedures and recommends improvements in production methods, equipment, operating procedures and working conditions. All while maintaining company standards.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Supervise and coordinate activity in machine shop, and make sure operations are carried out efficiently and safely.

• Supervise Employees for dress code, safety, work ethic, company policy, etc.)

• Train employees in the proper use of equipment

• Enforce safety regulations

• Oversees the daily workflow of the department.

• Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations.

• Recruits, interviews, hires, and training of new staff.

• Work diligently to have materials prepped/ready to go.

• Schedule Production as needed to meet customer demand.

• Participate in product development.

• Make sure dept is kept organized & clean for safety and for company standard.

• Inspect machining procedures for quality, speed, and accuracy.

• Communicate with other departments to ensure work is prioritized accordingly

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assign tasks, schedule work for machinist and oversee employees' work.

• Interpret blueprints and develop plans for how to complete a project.

• Upgrade and maintain machinery.

• Order parts, materials & tooling.

• Ensure repair records are kept up to date.

• Verify & maintain quality of machined parts.

• Aid and assist in programming of parts.

• Maintain inventory levels of raw materials and extrusions.

• Hands on supervisor – load, program & run machines when needed.

• Work with vendors to make sure demand of materials & products are met.
• Evaluate cost of finished parts.

• Inspect machining procedures for quality, speed, and accuracy.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.

• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.

• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

• Strong ability to read blueprints and shop drawings.

• Experience running, programming, and scheduling CNC mills and lathes.

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent.

5+ years of experience working as a supervisor.

5+ years of working in a CNC Machine Shop.

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Must be able to lift up to 50+ pounds at times.