Machine Shop Supervisor/ Assistant Manager

JobItUs; Rajkot; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

JobItUs in India seeks a seasoned Machine Shop Supervisor to oversee daily operations, allocating machines and manpower, ensuring quality and on-time delivery. You will coordinate with CNC/VMC programmers for setups and troubleshooting, drive continuous improvement, and mentor operators to enhance safety and productivity.

The role requires leadership, hands-on problem-solving, and strong communication across Gujarati, Hindi, and English.

Qualifications

• BE/B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 10–15 years in machine shop operations, with 5+ years in supervision.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, GD&T and tolerances.
• Familiarity with ERP systems for data entry and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily machine shop operations across lathes, mills, CNC/VMC/VTL/DCMC/TMC.
• Plan machine and manpower allocation based on production plans.
• Coordinate with programming and quality teams for setups and validation.
• Ensure first-piece approval, in-process inspection, and output tracking.
• Enforce safety practices and PPE usage; maintain production records.
• Mentor operators and programmers to boost productivity and quality.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Tally

SAP

MS Excel

Job description

Job Summary

The Machine Shop Supervisor will be responsible for overseeing daily operations of the machine shop, including CNC/VMC/VTL/DCMC/TMC to ensure production targets are met with the required quality, safety, and efficiency standards. The role involves planning machine and manpower allocation, monitoring machining processes, coordinating with programming and quality teams, and driving continuous improvement across the machine shop.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and supervise daily machine shop operations across lathes, milling machines, VMC, CNC, VTL, DCMC, TMC and other machining equipment.
• Allocate machines, manpower, and jobs based on the daily/weekly production plan and delivery priorities.
• Monitor machining operations to ensure adherence to process parameters, tolerances, and quality standards as per drawings.
• Coordinate with CNC/VMC/DCMC programmers for new job setups, program validation, and troubleshooting.
• Ensure timely first-piece approval and in-process inspection in coordination with the quality control team.
• Track daily machine shop output, downtime, tool consumption, and rejections, and maintain accurate production records.
• Identify machine breakdowns, bottlenecks, or manpower shortages, and coordinate with maintenance or production management for quick resolution.
• Guide, train, and mentor machine operators and programmers to improve productivity, quality, and safety compliance.
• Enforce workplace safety practices and ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in the machine shop.
• Coordinate with the stores/tool room for timely availability of raw materials, tooling, and fixtures.
• Support implementation of process improvements, 5S, and lean manufacturing practices in the machine shop.
• Prepare and present daily/weekly machine shop performance reports, rejection analysis, and manpower attendance to management.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• B.E /B.Tech Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 10-15 years of experience in machine shop operations, with at least 5 years in a supervisory role within an industrial/machine manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of machining processes CNC/VMC/VTL/DCMC/TMC operations.
• Experience in manpower planning, shift scheduling, and shop-floor problem-solving.
• Ability to read complex engineering drawings, GD&T, and tolerances.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (Tally/SAP) for production data entry and reporting is an advantage.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and team management skills to guide and motivate machine shop staff.
• Good problem-solving and decision‑making abilities under production pressure.
• Good communication skills in Gujarati, Hindi, and English.
• Ability to coordinate effectively across programming, quality, stores, and maintenance departments.
• Strong commitment to safety, discipline, and quality standards on the shop floor.
• Basic computer proficiency, including MS Excel and ERP software.