Machine Shop Supervisor

Smiths Group•Pasadena, TX

About The Position

Under the direction of the Manager, the Machine Shop Supervisor directs, supervises, and coordinates hourly personnel in production, service, or maintenance in accordance with company policies, operating schedules, and controls. The role oversees one or more shifts across multiple plant areas and leads daily CNC turning and milling operations to execute production plans safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively. The Supervisor maximizes machine utilization, labor efficiency, and throughput while meeting on-time delivery commitments. The role develops a capable, flexible workforce through skills development and cross-training; drives improvements in scrap, quality, productivity, cost, and performance; and promotes a culture of safety, discipline, and accountability. The Supervisor ensures compliance with safety procedures, company policies, and regulatory requirements, and proactively addresses unsafe conditions and behaviors. As the primary escalation point for shop-floor issues, the Supervisor communicates operational risks, constraints, and resource needs and collaborates with Engineering, Quality, Planning, Procurement, Maintenance, Production Control, and Manufacturing Engineering. Responsibilities also include optimizing schedules, implementing engineering changes, improving manufacturing processes, maintaining inventory accuracy, preventing downtime and schedule disruptions, and using key performance indicators for Safety, Quality, Delivery, Productivity, and Cost (SQDPC) to guide decisions. The role supports employee development, hiring interviews, performance evaluations, and workforce planning. Lean Manufacturing and other continuous-improvement methods are a plus. The Supervisor supports John Crane standards and business objectives and the long-term success of Pasadena Machine Shop operations.

Requirements

At least 5 years of manufacturing experience.
At least 2 years of experience in a leadership role.
At least 3 years of experience with metal machining and use of lathes, mills, CNC tooling, and manual machine tools.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Technical experience with CNC operation and setup principles, tooling requirements, online and offline programming, and machine controls.
Knowledge of MES, LES, and ERP systems; QAD is preferred.
Ability to use Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, Teams, and Outlook.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a diverse workforce.
Ability to manage multiple objectives simultaneously and reprioritize work.
Self-starter who is innovative, self-directed, proactive, and has strong communication skills.
Ability to work for extended periods sitting in an office or walking the shop floor and to maneuver throughout office areas.
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds and bend, reach, kneel, twist, and grip items while working at an assigned desk area.
Manual dexterity and coordination to operate office equipment.
Flexibility to accommodate shift assignment changes based on business needs.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or equivalent.
QAD ERP experience.
Reporting services experience.
Experience promoting Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous-improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

Direct, supervise, and coordinate hourly personnel in production, service, or maintenance across one or more shifts and multiple plant areas.
Lead daily CNC turning and milling operations to safely and efficiently execute the production plan.
Maximize machine utilization, labor efficiency, and throughput while meeting on-time delivery commitments.
Develop employee skills, cross-train personnel, and align workforce competencies with product and process requirements.
Drive improvements to reduce scrap, improve quality, increase productivity, and meet cost and performance objectives.
Champion safety, discipline, and accountability; ensure compliance with safety procedures, company policies, and regulatory requirements; and address unsafe conditions and behaviors.
Serve as the primary escalation point for shop-floor issues and communicate operational risks, constraints, and resource needs.
Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Planning, Procurement, Maintenance, and other support functions to resolve problems and maintain production flow.
Partner with Production Control, Engineering, and Manufacturing Engineering to optimize schedules, implement engineering changes, improve processes, and maintain inventory accuracy.
Anticipate operational challenges and take preventive action to minimize downtime, labor losses, and schedule disruptions.
Monitor SQDPC key performance indicators and use data to support operational decisions.
Support employee development and foster teamwork, engagement, and accountability.
Assist with hiring interviews, performance evaluations, and workforce planning.
Promote Lean Manufacturing and continuous-improvement initiatives that improve efficiency, quality, process reliability, and customer satisfaction.
Maintain compliance with John Crane standards and business objectives and support the growth of Pasadena Machine Shop operations.