Machining Supervisor

About the role

We are a precision manufacturing organization specializing in complex, tight-tolerance components and assemblies for demanding aerospace and industrial applications. Our manufacturing environment combines advanced machining technology, engineering expertise, and a strong commitment to quality. We are looking for an experienced Machining Supervisor who can lead CNC machining operations, develop machinists, improve production performance, and maintain high standards for safety, quality, and on-time delivery.

We offer a collaborative work environment where you'll work alongside highly skilled machinists in a precision-driven culture, with a clean, organized, safety-first shop environment. We are a stable, growing organization serving aerospace and industrial markets.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and provide day-to-day leadership for CNC machinists and manufacturing personnel
• Coordinate daily machining priorities, manpower, machine utilization, and production schedules
• Ensure production goals are achieved while maintaining quality, safety, and delivery requirements
• Oversee CNC milling and turning operations involving complex, tight-tolerance components
• Provide technical support with machine setups, tooling, offsets, feeds, speeds, and machining issues
• Troubleshoot equipment, tooling, setup, and production problems to minimize downtime
• Read and interpret complex blueprints, engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T requirements
• Ensure machinists follow established work instructions, processes, and quality procedures
• Monitor production output, scrap, rework, cycle times, and overall machining efficiency
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, quality, workflow, and cost reduction
• Work closely with CNC programming, engineering, quality, maintenance, and production planning teams
• Support first-piece, in-process, and final inspection requirements
• Ensure proper use of micrometers, calipers, gauges, and other precision inspection equipment
• Train, coach, and develop machinists on machining processes, quality expectations, and best practices
• Assist with employee scheduling, work assignments, performance expectations, and department priorities
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe manufacturing environment
• Promote accountability, teamwork, and a strong quality-focused culture throughout the machining department

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Technical degree or machining certification preferred
• Minimum 5+ years of CNC machining experience in a precision manufacturing environment
• Previous supervisory,