Machine Shop Supervisor

Celeros Flow Technology•Houston, TX

1d•$95,000 - $105,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Machine Shop Supervisor leads and coordinates machining operations to ensure the safe, efficient, and cost-effective manufacture of industrial valve components and assemblies. The position oversees daily CNC and manual machining activities, workforce management, production scheduling, quality performance, and continuous improvement initiatives. The supervisor is accountable for production, quality, safety, delivery, and profitability objectives, while fostering operational excellence, employee engagement, and customer satisfaction. The role partners with Engineering, Quality, Planning, Maintenance, and Operations teams to improve performance and support business growth.

Requirements

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and technical specifications.
Strong understanding of machining processes, tooling, cutting parameters, and manufacturing best practices.
Working knowledge of valve manufacturing processes and quality requirements.
Process-minded and logical approach.
Ability to work under pressure and deliver targets.
Project management experience and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Excellent interpersonal, time management, decision-making, and conflict management skills.
Ability to communicate effectively and develop positive relationships across all organizational levels.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP systems.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals, and to present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers, and the public.
Strong change management skills, including stakeholder engagement, communication, and education.
Willingness to work a flexible schedule based on business requirements.
High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 3 years of supervisory or lead experience overseeing CNC and manual machining operations for highly engineered products.
At least 5 years of experience operating CNC mills, lathes, and manual machining equipment.
Experience with machining process optimization, tooling improvements, setup reduction, and productivity enhancements.

Nice To Haves

Technical degree or related education.
Valve manufacturing experience.
Experience with nuclear, control, gate, globe, check, surge, and 4-way valves, and Desuperheaters.
Experience with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
Experience with SAP.

Responsibilities

Lead, direct, and hold machining operations accountable while fostering safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, work instructions, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Maintain a safe work environment and ensure compliance with OSHA, environmental, plant, and safety regulations; promptly address hazards, deficiencies, and non-conformances.
Manage production schedules, priorities, resource allocations, and workflow to meet safety, quality, and delivery objectives.
Oversee CNC and manual machining operations for compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, and customer requirements.
Ensure products meet customer specifications, company procedures, API requirements, and quality standards before release.
Perform supervisory duties including interviewing, hiring, onboarding, training, assigning work, evaluating performance, recognizing achievements, administering corrective action, and resolving employee concerns.
Develop and maintain a skilled, cross-trained workforce through training, coaching, mentoring, and performance management.
Identify, participate in, and ensure completion of initiatives to improve safety, eliminate waste, and reduce costs.
Work with relevant functions to identify, correct, and improve product quality issues; participate in the NCR process and ensure compliance with quality standards and customer requirements.