CNC Supervisor - Aerospace and Defense Industry!
About The Position
The CNC Supervisor oversees daily production activities and resources within an assigned manufacturing cell, including CNC machining and finishing operations. The role is accountable for meeting production schedules, delivering quality machined parts on time, maximizing labor and equipment efficiency, and maintaining safe, organized working conditions. The supervisor drives daily management activities, monitors operational performance, and leads continuous improvement efforts to improve productivity, quality, and workflow. They directly supervise, coach, and develop employees while promoting teamwork, accountability, and adherence to company policies and procedures. The ideal candidate has progressive manufacturing leadership experience in a lean environment, preferably in aerospace and defense, and demonstrates honesty, integrity, and good corporate citizenship. C/A Design is part of The Heico Companies and provides custom engineered cooling solutions using brazing expertise. Its new, operational 120,000-square-foot facility in Exeter, New Hampshire, is focused on high-precision manufacturing.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of progressive manufacturing and/or engineering leadership experience.
- Previous supervisory experience with direct reports.
- Experience with Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and structured problem-solving.
- Ability to manage competing priorities, delegate work, and improve production performance.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
- Strong commitment to safety, quality, and employee development.
Nice To Haves
- Associate or bachelor's degree in a technical field or business administration; equivalent experience may be considered.
- Experience with an ERP/MRP system such as Microsoft Dynamics, Oracle, SAP, Infor, or JobBOSS is highly desired.
- Knowledge of CNC machinery and programming is a plus.
- Understanding of engineering drawings and GD&T in accordance with ASME Y14.5 is highly desired.
- Experience with AS9100 aerospace and defense manufacturing is highly desired.
Responsibilities
- Promote a culture of proactive safety and exemplify integrity, openness, ethical conduct, and company values.
- Oversee daily machining and finishing operations to meet production schedules and customer requirements.
- Coordinate production priorities, staffing, overtime, and material flow with Planning and support teams.
- Monitor job status, delivery commitments, labor efficiency, and machine utilization.
- Ensure compliance with safety, quality, manufacturing, and 5S standards.
- Partner with Quality, Engineering, and Maintenance to resolve production and equipment issues.
- Lead daily management meetings and track key performance metrics.
- Drive Lean initiatives, problem-solving, waste reduction, and continuous improvement.
- Supervise, coach, and develop CNC machinists, finishing technicians, and other assigned employees.
- Manage payroll approvals, employee time off, performance goals, and annual evaluations.
- Promote teamwork, accountability, and employee engagement.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Generous paid time off (PTO)
- Additional 40 hours of sick time
- Paid parental leave
- Competitive 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions
- Education reimbursement program for professional development
- Climate-controlled facility
- Subsidized vending and on-site break areas
- Complimentary coffee and refreshments
- Clean, modern work environment with advanced equipment and technology
- Opportunities for career growth within a stable, growing aerospace manufacturing organization
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
