2nd shift Machining Supervisor - 5pm - 3am

Jobot; Pleasant Hill (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

PTO

Work-life balance

Career growth

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a dedicated 2nd shift Machining Supervisor for our Pleasant Hill, MO facility. The role leads a machining team on the 5:00 p.m. – 3:00 a.m.

shift, driving safety, quality, and productivity while mentoring machinists and coordinating cross-functional support from engineering and maintenance. You will apply Lean Six Sigma, 5S, and root-cause analysis to reduce waste and improve throughput, ensuring on-time delivery and compliant production documentation for a busy manufacturing

Qualifications

• 5+ years in manufacturing or machining operations.
• 4+ years of leadership experience supervising teams in a production environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification or equivalent demonstrated expertise.
• Experience with aluminum machining processes and quality/production requirements.
• Experience implementing 5S practices.
• Strong root cause analysis and corrective actions skills.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and machining specs.

Responsibilities

• Lead 2nd-shift machining operations, coordinating staffing, equipment, and workflow to meet production schedules and quality requirements.
• Coach and develop machinists and production team members, setting clear expectations and accountability.
• Promote a safety-first culture through procedures and hazard identification.
• Oversee CNC processes, partnering with engineering and quality teams to improve stability and efficiency.
• Drive 5S practices to maintain organized manufacturing spaces.
• Apply Lean Six Sigma methodologies to reduce waste and improve throughput.
• Investigate production and quality issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor KPIs and communicate shift results and improvement opportunities.
• Coordinate with maintenance to reduce downtime and ensure smooth handoffs.

Skills

Leadership

Lean Six Sigma

5S

Root cause analysis

Communication

Planning

Problem-solving

Shift leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt

Tools

CNC machining

Job description

2nd shift Machining Supervisor - 5pm - 3am

$90000 - $100000 per year | Pleasant Hill, MO | On-site | Permanent

Well-established, stable manufacturer in need of strong, positive leadership style 2nd shift Supervisor for Machining team - great stability, leadership, growth and benefits!

A bit about us:

We are a 30yr old US-based manufacturer offering stability, growth, work/life balance, and a great team!

Why join us?

We pride ourselves on our people and offer strong benefits, PTO, work/life balance, and career longevity while working alongside talented, experienced, and collaborative team members.

Job Details

Job Details

Take the lead in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where precision, continuous improvement, and strong teamwork drive success. This permanent, second-shift opportunity offers the chance to guide machining operations, develop skilled employees, and make a direct impact on safety, quality, delivery, and productivity.

The schedule is 5:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m (currently working OT, but will ease up - now working Saturdays 8hrs). We are seeking a hands-on leader with at least 5 years of relevant manufacturing or machining experience, including 4 or more years of leadership experience. Bring your technical expertise and improvement mindset to a team focused on machining excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead second-shift machining operations, coordinating staffing, equipment, and workflow to meet production schedules and quality requirements.
• Coach, mentor, and develop machinists and production team members, setting clear expectations and building accountability.
• Promote a safety-first culture through consistent enforcement of procedures, proactive hazard identification, and employee engagement.
• Oversee CNC machining processes, partnering with engineering and quality teams to improve process stability, precision, and efficiency.
• Drive 5S practices to maintain an organized, clean, and productive manufacturing environment.
• Apply Lean Six Sigma and Black Belt-level problem-solving methods to reduce waste, improve throughput, and minimize scrap and rework.
• Investigate production and quality issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions that prevent recurrence.
• Monitor key performance indicators and communicate shift results, production risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Coordinate with maintenance to address equipment issues and reduce unplanned downtime.
• Ensure accurate production documentation and effective handoffs between shifts.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of relevant experience in manufacturing or machining operations.
• At least 4 years of leadership experience supervising teams in a production environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification or equivalent demonstrated expertise in leading structured improvement projects.
• Experience with aluminum machining processes and associated quality and production requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to implement and sustain 5S practices.
• Strong experience conducting root cause analysis and implementing effective corrective actions.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, machining specifications, and production requirements.
• Strong communication, team development, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work the permanent second-shift schedule of 5:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.