Machine Shop Supervisor

Door Controls USA•Ben Wheeler, TX

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About The Position

The Machine Shop Supervisor oversees the machine shop’s inventory, housekeeping, machinery, and employees, ensuring company policies and standards are followed. The role guides production employees in a manufacturing and assembly environment by planning and assigning work, implementing policies and procedures, and recommending improvements to production methods, equipment, operating procedures, and working conditions. This is a hands-on supervisory role that may involve loading, programming, and operating machines as needed. The supervisor coordinates daily shop activity to ensure work is completed efficiently, safely, and to quality standards. Responsibilities include scheduling production to meet customer demand, preparing materials, maintaining an organized and clean department, coordinating priorities with other departments and vendors, and participating in product development. The role also supports machining and quality control, including interpreting blueprints, assisting with part programming, maintaining machinery and repair records, managing materials and tooling, and evaluating the cost of finished parts.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 5 years of experience working as a supervisor.
At least 5 years of experience working in a CNC machine shop.
Experience running, programming, and scheduling CNC mills and lathes.
Ability to read blueprints and shop drawings.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong time management skills and a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate machine shop activities to ensure efficient and safe operations.
Oversee employees’ adherence to dress code, safety requirements, work ethic expectations, and company policies.
Train employees in proper equipment use and enforce safety regulations.
Oversee the department’s daily workflow and provide constructive, timely performance evaluations.
Recruit, interview, hire, and train new staff.
Prepare materials and schedule production as needed to meet customer demand.
Participate in product development.
Keep the department organized and clean to support safety and company standards.
Inspect machining procedures for quality, speed, and accuracy.
Communicate with other departments to ensure work is prioritized appropriately.
Assign tasks, schedule work for machinists, and oversee employees’ work.
Interpret blueprints and develop plans for completing projects.
Upgrade and maintain machinery.
Order parts, materials, and tooling.
Keep repair records up to date.
Verify and maintain the quality of machined parts.
Aid and assist in programming parts.
Maintain inventory levels of raw materials and extrusions.
Load, program, and run machines when needed.
Work with vendors to ensure material and product demands are met.
Evaluate the cost of finished parts.