Machine Shop Supervisor (CNC Required)

Smiths Group•Santa Fe Springs, CA

36d•$72,000 - $81,000

About The Position

Under the direction of the Manager, direct, supervise, and coordinate hourly personnel in a production, service, or maintenance department, with CNC machining being the primary area of responsibility, in accordance with company policy and practices, operating schedules, and controls for one or more shifts in more than one area of the plant. Direct, supervise, and coordinate hourly personnel across production, service, maintenance, and machining areas, with CNC machining as the primary area of responsibility. Ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality operations in accordance with company policies, operating schedules, and departmental objectives. Oversee daily shop activities including CNC machining, manual machining, assembly, repair/service, and general production tasks. Assign work, prioritize tasks, and provide guidance and support to employees throughout the shift. Maintain strong oversight of CNC operations, including setup practices, tooling needs, machining methods, and issue resolution. Monitor the use of safety devices, enforce safety protocols, and maintain a clean and hazard-free shop environment. Participate in hiring, onboarding, training, and development of production and machining associates. Conduct performance evaluations, recommend wage adjustments, and support employee communications and engagement initiatives. Collaborate with Production Control, Engineering, and Manufacturing Engineering to support machining schedules, drawings, process changes, and tooling requirements. Anticipate production or machining problems and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime or schedule interruptions. Work with vendors and suppliers regarding materials, tooling, equipment, service quality, and delivery schedules. Investigate accidents, equipment issues, and process inefficiencies; recommend improvements for safety, productivity, and cost savings. Prepare and maintain accurate production, machining, and efficiency reports in ERP/MRP systems. Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally in CNC machining, assembly, repair/service, or production operations
Minimum 2 years of supervisory or team-lead experience in a shop or manufacturing setting
Significant hands-on CNC machining experience — CNC is the largest and most critical part of this role.
CNC operation and basic setup
Tooling knowledge and selection
Feeds, speeds, and machine controls
Troubleshooting machining issues
Experience working in a job-shop or high-mix machining environment.
Demonstrated ability to train, coach, and develop hourly associates.
Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems for tracking work orders, labor hours, and machining/production data.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook).
High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree or technical certification preferred.
sit for extend periods of time; a minimum of 2 hours.
maneuver to all areas of the office.
lift up to 35 pounds.
bend, reach, kneel, twist, and grip items while working at assigned desk area.
have the manual dexterity and coordination to operate office equipment
simultaneously manage several objectives and reassign priorities.

Nice To Haves

Experience overseeing or coordinating multiple shop areas (machining, assembly, service/repair, test, production) preferred.
High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree or technical certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Direct, supervise, and coordinate hourly personnel across production, service, maintenance, and machining areas, with CNC machining as the primary area of responsibility.
Ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality operations in accordance with company policies, operating schedules, and departmental objectives.
Oversee daily shop activities including CNC machining, manual machining, assembly, repair/service, and general production tasks.
Assign work, prioritize tasks, and provide guidance and support to employees throughout the shift.
Maintain strong oversight of CNC operations, including setup practices, tooling needs, machining methods, and issue resolution.
Monitor the use of safety devices, enforce safety protocols, and maintain a clean and hazard-free shop environment.
Participate in hiring, onboarding, training, and development of production and machining associates.
Conduct performance evaluations, recommend wage adjustments, and support employee communications and engagement initiatives.
Collaborate with Production Control, Engineering, and Manufacturing Engineering to support machining schedules, drawings, process changes, and tooling requirements.
Anticipate production or machining problems and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime or schedule interruptions.
Work with vendors and suppliers regarding materials, tooling, equipment, service quality, and delivery schedules.
Investigate accidents, equipment issues, and process inefficiencies; recommend improvements for safety, productivity, and cost savings.
Prepare and maintain accurate production, machining, and efficiency reports in ERP/MRP systems.
Perform additional duties as assigned.