Machine Shop Lead/ Supervisor

We are currently seeking an experienced Machine Shop Supervisor to oversee and support our high-precision production operations. This is a rare opportunity to join a financially stable, growing company known for producing tight-tolerance components. We’re looking for a hands-on leader who can mentor a talented team of machinists while driving efficiency and maintaining top-quality standards.

This role offers a blend of shop-floor leadership and administrative responsibilities. You’ll be involved in everything from production planning and tooling design to team development and status reporting.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of CNC and manual machinists to achieve production targets.

• Coordinate the setup and machining of complex aerospace components using CNC mills and lathes.

• Optimize production by reducing cycle times, improving setups, and enhancing quality processes.

• Oversee the layout of the shop, manage tooling inventory, and coordinate equipment maintenance.

• Provide training, guidance, and mentorship to machinists in industry best practices.

• Plan daily workflows, assign tasks, and track team productivity for reporting to leadership.

• Participate in daily meetings to communicate production progress and resolve challenges.

• Prepare machining time estimates and monitor job timelines for accuracy.

• Ensure CNC programs, materials, and tooling are prepared and staged for efficient execution.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Proven experience as a machinist with hands-on CNC setup expertise (mills and/or lathes required).

• Strong understanding of G-code programming and troubleshooting.

• Proficient in reading engineering drawings and interpreting GD&T and aerospace specs.

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in mill/lathe setup in a production environment.

• Experience with 5-axis machines, pallet changers, horizontal mills, or multi-spindle turn centers is a plus.

• Familiarity with machining steel, titanium, and high-temperature aerospace alloys.

• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience is required.

• Must be fluent in English and possess excellent communication skills.

• High school diploma, GED, or completion of a technical/trade program preferred.

• Proficient in the use of precision measurement tools (micrometers, calipers, etc.).

• Must be able to stand for extended periods and lift up to 40 lbs.

• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident (Green Card holder) due to ITAR requirements.

• Basic computer skills required for communication and reporting tasks.