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.