Machine Shop Supervisor
About The Position
The Machine Shop Supervisor oversees daily operations of the machine shop, ensuring the efficient, safe, and high-quality machining of turbine components and related equipment. This position is responsible for scheduling work, managing machinists and support staff, and coordinating with engineering, quality, and production planning to meet project deadlines and customer specifications. The supervisor drives continuous improvement initiatives in productivity, tooling, and process optimization, while maintaining compliance with safety and quality standards. A strong technical understanding of precision machining, large rotating equipment, and hydro turbine components is essential for success in this role.
Requirements
- Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
- Teamwork, Quality Management, Innovation
- People leadership; Time management; Critical thinking; Conflict resolution; Problem solving
- Effective communication; Priority management; Staff development; Managing performance; Interpersonal skills
- High School Diploma or Equivalent Required
- Ten years' experience as a CNC Machinist
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree preferred
- Supervisory experience preferred
- Journey Machinist Preferred
Responsibilities
- Ability to write step-by-step guidelines for products by reviewing and understanding blueprints.
- Help with estimating and planning hours for products.
- Work with the scheduling department to develop an efficient process to achieve on time delivery.
- Works in conjunction with the Machine Shop Superintendent to plan and execute all work in a safe manner.
- Responsible for the training and development of the Machinist Apprentices and Co-ops on their shift.
- Carry out work instructions handed to them from the preceding shift as well as accurately passing along instructions to the following shift.
- Promote a culture of safety and adherence to policies across their shift.
- Directs the workforce in a timely and efficient manner
- Follows up to see that assignments are carried out
- Checks the quality of work in process and also finished work
- Works with Maintenance department to keep all equipment maintained and in good working condition
- Assist with production work to maintain schedules
- Keep Machine Shop Superintendent informed of any problems with manufacturing safety or personnel problems
- Inform Machine Shop Superintendent and Maintenance Manager of any maintenance problems
Benefits
- health coverage for you and your family through medical, dental and vision plans
- a 401(k) plan in with a generous company match
- financial protection through disability, life, and accidental death & dismemberment insurance plans
- tax advantages through flexible spending accounts that allow you to pay for specific health-care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars
- a generous paid time off program in which the benefits increase along with your tenure with the company
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
