Supervisor Machine Shop

Cardinal Scale Manufacturing Co•Webb City, MO

About The Position

The Machine Shop Supervisor directs and coordinates department activities to maximize productivity and minimize cost while meeting safety, quality, and throughput goals. Working closely with the Plant Manager, the supervisor sets daily and weekly machine-assignment schedules and adjusts them for absences and changing production priorities. The position oversees CNC and manual machine centers, lathes, mills, support equipment, and department personnel. It is a full-time, salaried/exempt position with a minimum schedule of 40 hours per week, normally Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The role supervises 15 to 20 direct reports.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or certification in manufacturing technology, industrial supervision, or a related field.
At least 5 years of experience in a production environment.
At least 3 years of experience in machine shop operation and metal fabrication.
At least 2 years of supervisory or team lead experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
Strong knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in a fabrication shop setting.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and technical drawings.
Familiarity with 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC machine tool operating procedures.
Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office Suite and production software.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management or Industrial Engineering.
Three years of CNC programming experience in a manufacturing environment on similar equipment.
Experience with Mazak, Integrex, and Okuma equipment.
Experience with CNC punch press machines and automated fabrication equipment.
Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
Proficiency in production management software and Microsoft Office applications.
Strong problem-solving skills and experience implementing process improvements.
Previous quality management experience.
OSHA safety certification.

Responsibilities

Oversee CNC and manual machine centers, lathes, mills, support equipment, and personnel to support on-time delivery and quality.
Manage personnel, setups, and operation of CNC and manual machines performing varied processing operations.
Manage department productivity, workload scheduling, work quality, waste reduction, and procedural non-conformances.
Coordinate production startups, shutdowns, and changeovers, assisting with production as needed.
Recommend equipment upgrades, maintenance schedules, and equipment, service, or material vendors.
Assist with staffing levels, performance reviews, compensation recommendations, and overtime budgets.
Schedule and conduct weekly safety and shift meetings and other communications.
Maintain project documentation, including schematics, blueprints, CAD files, work plans, contracts, manuals, inspection records, and department paperwork.
Implement and maintain a 5S program in conjunction with QA and the Safety consultant.
Drive continuous improvement in process flow and production activities while maintaining a clean and safe working environment.