Aerospace CNC Production Lead | Zero-Defect & Metrics

Kinetic Engine Systems; Chester (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinetic Engine Systems is looking for a Production Supervisor to oversee daily shop floor activities in aerospace CNC machining. You will drive production schedules, mentor machinists, and ensure compliance with AS9100-compatible quality systems and tight tolerances.

You will coordinate with Quality Control to meet weekly and sales goals, maintaining a zero-incident culture and adherence to OSHA guidelines. Strong leadership and ERP experience are required.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years in aerospace manufacturing with at least 5 years in supervision over CNC machining departments.
• Knowledge of GD&T dimensions and tolerancing; basic blueprint reading.
• Experience with AS13100, ISO 9001, and NADCAP processes is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily shop floor activities across all manufacturing departments.
• Enforce quality standards to ensure zero-defect production of complex engine geometries.
• Direct, train, and mentor machinists to hit schedules and keep costs in control.
• Record and review daily production metrics, scrap rates, and material traceability within the ERP system.

Skills

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Machining

Education

AS13100

ISO 9001

NADCAP

Tools

Microsoft Office

Visual 11 ERP

Data tracking tools

Job description

Kinetic Engine Systems is looking for a Production Supervisor to oversee daily shop floor activities in aerospace CNC machining. You will drive production schedules, mentor machinists, and ensure compliance with AS9100-compatible quality systems and tight tolerances.

You will coordinate with Quality Control to meet weekly and sales goals, maintaining a zero-incident culture and adherence to OSHA guidelines. Strong leadership and ERP experience are required.