Machining Supervisor

Lockwood Industries, LLC dba Fralock•Poway, CA

6d•$105,000 - $123,000•Onsite

About The Position

Fralock is an engineered solutions provider of specialty components and subassemblies using advanced materials for high reliability, severe environment, and technically challenging applications. We develop and manufacture custom integrated solutions. Established in 1967, we are a critical solutions provider to Fortune 500 corporations, government, and targeted OEMs in a variety of industries including Semiconductor Equipment Manufacturing, Medical and Life Science, Aerospace and Defense, Industrial, Electronics, and Energy. Fralock is headquartered in Valencia, CA with manufacturing locations located throughout Northern and Southern California. VISION To be recognized by our customers as a leading solutions provider of proprietary engineered advanced materials for high reliability, severe environment, and technically challenging applications. MISSION To create value, profitably grow, and share our success with all stakeholders. CULTURE Respect – We treat others the way they want to be treated. Integrity – We practice a high standard of ethics in our business dealings with customers, suppliers, and employees. Responsiveness – We have a sense of urgency in responding to internal and external requests and work proactively to solve problems. Excellence/Competence – We empower our people to continuously improve and execute high quality work. Teamwork – We work together to achieve Fralock business objectives by communicating at a high level, by listening and having clarity in our expectations of one another. Individual Accountability and Personal Responsibility – We do what we have committed to do when we committed to doing it. Continuous Improvement across all segments of the company This position requires access to information controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), the successful candidate must be a "U.S. person" as defined in the ITAR and EAR (which generally means (i) be a citizen or national of the United States; or (ii) be a lawful permanent resident of the United States; or (iii) have been admitted to the United States as a refugee, or have been granted asylum, as specified under applicable law. Job Summary The Machining Operations Supervisor II manages the day-to-day operations of the Soft Machining Operation. That includes supervising 6-12 employees and managing the safety, training, machinery, equipment, raw material, and WIP scheduling. The personnel supervised will operate a variety of equipment, including, but not limited to isostatic presses, kilns, bandsaws, CNC mills, CNC lathes, lapping and polishing equipment, manual machines and the equipment and machinery required to support green machining. In addition, this person also monitors processes, quality, output and provides recommendations for improvement to management. This position reports to the Director of Operations.

Requirements

5+ years supervising manufacturing operations
5+ years supervising employees
3+ years programming and setting up CNC Machines
Maintenance and initial troubleshooting of equipment.
Interpret blueprints, technical drawings and diagrammed instructions.
Use metrology hand-tools such as micrometers, calipers and dial-indicators for product inspection.
Solid math skills, including measuring and keeping count records.
Solid MS Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, .PPT skills
Attention to detail.
Standing, bending, lifting to 30 lbs. regularly for up to 8 hours/shift.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment with minimum supervision or direction.
5+ years of supervisory experience
5+ years as a CNC machinist or other relevant role (may be waived based on prior work experience)

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day operations of the soft machining operation. This includes supervising a staff of 6-12 employees while managing safety, quality, shop scheduling, machinery, equipment, order realization and reporting.
Ensure that safety and housekeeping protocol are followed.
Program CNC machines.
Assist employees in set-up and operating machines.
Be able to provide initial troubleshooting for equipment issues.
Interpret and execute written instructions from blueprints, process travelers, routers and work instructions.
Perform in-process inspection of product to ensure specifications and quality requirements are met.
Report on WIP status and estimated completion dates as needed.
Perform routine machine maintenance as required.
Report any safety or maintenance concerns to supervisor and/or management immediately.
Keep all work areas clean and organized.
Communicate with stakeholders WIP status and estimated completion dates.
Hold self to a high standard of quality and workmanship.