CNC Supervisor

Dawn Staffing Solutions Inc; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Dawn Staffing Solutions Inc is seeking a CNC Supervisor for a manufacturing facility in the GTA region. The role focuses on leading afternoon shift CNC activities, setting up, programming, and troubleshooting machines, and coaching operators to meet safety and quality standards.

Ideal candidates have a minimum of 5 years CNC machining experience and prior supervisory exposure. Health and safety compliance and continuous improvement are emphasized in this position.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma; related post-secondary asset.
• 5+ years CNC machining experience incl. setup, programming, troubleshooting.
• Supervisor/lead experience preferred in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of blueprints, GD&T, tooling, and quality procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily CNC production on afternoon shift to meet schedules and quality standards.
• Operate CNC machines, perform setup, programming, adjustments, and troubleshooting as needed.
• Provide hands-on leadership, guidance, and support to CNC operators and staff.
• Monitor performance and output to maximize efficiency and on-time delivery.
• Train, mentor, and coach team members on CNC operations and safety.

Skills

Leadership

CNC programming

CAD/CAM

GD&T

Quality control

Team management

Communication

Blueprints

Education

High school diploma

Machining tech degree

Tools

CAD/CAM software

Job description

One of our manufacturing clients is seeking a CNC Supervisor for their manufacturing facility located in GTA region.

Shift - Afternoon

Pay - $32 to $35/hr

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily CNC production activities on the afternoon shift to achieve production schedules, quality standards, and operational goals.
• Operate CNC machines and perform machine setup, programming, adjustments, and troubleshooting as required.
• Provide hands-on leadership, technical guidance, and support to CNC operators and production staff.
• Monitor machine performance, workflow, and production output to maximize efficiency, productivity, and on-time delivery.
• Train, mentor, and coach team members on CNC operations, programming, quality standards, and safe work practices.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, health & safety regulations, and standard operating procedures.
• Identify and resolve production, equipment, and quality issues to minimize downtime and maintain workflow.
• Perform quality inspections to ensure components meet engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Coordinate labour allocation, machine utilization, and production priorities to optimize manufacturing operations.
• Maintain accurate production reports and communicate shift performance, downtime, and operational updates to management.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and process efficiency.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and accountable team environment.

Qualifications & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent; post-secondary education in Machining, Manufacturing Technology, CNC Programming, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related field is an asset.
• Minimum 5 years of CNC machining experience, including machine setup, operation, programming, and troubleshooting.
• Previous experience as a Supervisor, Lead Hand, or Team Lead in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Certification as a CNC Machinist, General Machinist, or equivalent skilled trade is considered an asset.
• Strong knowledge of CNC programming, tooling, machine setup, and CAD/CAM software.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, GD&T, and technical specifications.
• Working knowledge of quality control procedures, inspection techniques, and manufacturing best practices.
• Health & Safety training such as WHMIS, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), or Joint Health & Safety Committee (JHSC) is an asset.
• Leadership or supervisory training with excellent communication, problem-solving, and team management skills is preferred.