Production Supervisor II - Machine Shop

Parker•Santa Susana, CA

3d•$83,250 - $138,550•Onsite

About The Position

The Machine Shop Supervisor will be responsible of day-to-day operations of the machining department to meet safety, quality, delivery, cost targets and all sustainment/improvement related action and activities. This role will be responsible of managing people, schedules, workflows, equipment, and continuous improvement initiatives (including Parker Lean System practices) while ensuring compliance with company standards and applicable regulations.

Requirements

Proficient in CNC operations, setups, and troubleshooting.
Strong blueprint reading; understanding of cutting tools, feeds/speeds, workholding.
Experience with CAD/CAM (e.g., Mastercam) and metrology (CMM, height gauges, micrometers, indicators).
Proficient in Microsoft Office and Knowledge of ERP (SAP preferred), routings, and production reporting; SPC familiarity.
Ability to collaborate cross-functionally to solve problems independently
Excellent ability to apply a systematic and analytical approach to problem-solving
Demonstrated application of Lean/PLS tools (5S, standard work, visual management, kaizen, SMED).
Root cause analysis and corrective action (5-Why, fishbone, PDCA).
Familiarity with AS9100, ITAR, and PPAP/APQP as applicable to the business unit.
Clear communication, coaching, and conflict resolution skills.
Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and prioritization under time constraints.
Proven ability to drive accountability and sustain improvements.
Ability to stand for extended periods, lift 35 lbs, and work around industrial noise.
Comfortable with shop-floor presence and adherence to PPE and safety protocols.
Willingness to work flexible hours/shifts as needed to meet production demands.
Bachelor's Degree in related discipline required
10+ years in machining operations (CNC and/or Manual) with complex components
3-5+ years in a supervisory role, machine shop environment preferred

Nice To Haves

NIMS Machining, Certified Quality Inspector/Technician (CQI/CQT), Lean/Six Sigma Yellow/Green Belt, CNC programming credentials.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily machining operations (CNC and manual) across multiple machines and cells.
Plan, prioritize, and assign work orders to meet on-time delivery and productivity goals.
Ensure adherence to safety, environmental (EHS), and quality standards such as AS9100.
Manage a team of machinists, operators, and handle staffing, training, and performance.
Maintain process control: setups, tool management, and program control.
Coordinate preventive maintenance and escalate equipment downtime with Maintenance.
Drive continuous improvement using Parker Lean System (PLS) tools: 5S, standard work, visual management, kaizen.
Monitor production metrics (OEE, scrap, rework, first-pass yield, cycle time) and implement corrective actions.
Control inventories (WIP, raw material, tooling, consumables).
Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Safety to resolve issues and improve processes.
Support cost reduction through waste elimination, optimized setups and programs, and tooling/process improvements.
Enforce documentation control: routings, work instructions, drawings, programs, and change management.
Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance
Ability to plan, set priorities for the team and direct technical efforts to meet business objectives
Other responsibilities as assigned
Regular, consistent, and punctual attendance is required.
May need to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and additional hours as necessary
Ability to explain a range of complex technical information
Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills to drive tasks to completion
Lead by example and maintain a zero-injury culture; enforce PPE, lockout/tagout, machine guarding, and EHS procedures.
Conduct safety talks, near-miss reporting, and corrective actions; participate in audits.
Lead, coach, and develop team members; conduct performance reviews and skills assessments.
Manage staffing levels, shift coverage, and training plans (cross-training, upskilling).
Schedule jobs, balance workloads, and approve setups; remove constraints to meet takt/schedule.
Transfer new products into production and continually look for ways to improve existing products from a “design for manufacturability” approach
Develop and deploy standardized work instructions to ensure consistency in processes
Validate in-process and final inspections before releasing parts.
Ensure compliance with specifications and drawings.
Drive root cause and corrective actions focus and develop a zero-defect culture.
Maintain calibration and proper use of metrology equipment (e.g., CMM, micrometers).
Coordinate PMs and repairs; track machine health and reliability; reduce unplanned downtime.
Implement 5S, standard work, visual controls, SMED, and kaizen events; sustain improvements.
Manage tooling life and inventories; optimize cutting parameters and programs for throughput and quality.
Track labor utilization, overtime, scrap/rework, and consumable spend; execute cost-reduction plans.
Partner with Engineering on manufacturability, programming, and process changes.
Work with Supply Chain on material availability and vendor/tooling issues.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation
Pay Range: $83250 to $138550 annually
Participation in Annual Incentive Program
Benefit & Retirement Plans
Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:
Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
Career development and tuition reimbursement.
Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.