Machine Shop/Tool Room Supervisor

Van-Am Tool & Engineering • St Joseph, MO

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About The Position

Van-Am Tool & Engineering is seeking an experienced Machine Shop/Tool Room Supervisor to oversee daily machine shop operations in an AS9100-certified manufacturing environment. This leadership role drives safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and employee development while ensuring precision-machined components meet customer and regulatory requirements. The position supervises CNC and manual machining operations, coordinates production activities across multiple departments, and supports continuous improvement initiatives.

As a federal government contractor, Van-Am Tool & Engineering maintains a drug-free workplace. Candidates who receive a conditional job offer must undergo a pre-employment drug test, including testing for marijuana, regardless of state legalization. Testing takes place after an offer is extended, results are kept confidential, and a positive result may affect the final offer. Van-Am complies with applicable federal, state—including Missouri and Iowa—and DOT regulations where relevant. Van-Am is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of machining experience, including CNC machining.
• Previous manufacturing leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of machining processes, tooling, blueprint reading, GD&T, ERP systems, and production planning.
• Ability to coach employees, solve problems, manage priorities, and improve operational performance.
• Candidates receiving a conditional job offer must undergo a pre-employment drug test, including testing for marijuana.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in an aerospace, defense, precision manufacturing, or AS9100-certified environment is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop machinists and machining personnel to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity objectives.
• Coordinate production schedules, staffing, machine utilization, and workflow.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100, customer specifications, engineering drawings, GD&T, and internal quality procedures.
• Monitor departmental KPIs, including productivity, scrap, rework, downtime, and on-time delivery.
• Partner with Engineering, Quality, Scheduling, Maintenance, and Production leadership to resolve issues and improve operational performance.
• Champion Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives while maintaining a safe, organized workplace.

Benefits

• Opportunity for a 4-day, 10-hour workweek.
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k).
• Paid Time Off.
• Paid holidays.
• Stable, growing manufacturer serving the aerospace and defense industries.
• Modern precision machining environment with investment in advanced equipment and technology.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed