Aerospace Grinding Operations Lead

Héroux-Devtek; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leaders who invest in your success,开发

Teamwork culture and pride in our work

Competitive salaries linked to perfomr

9 paid holidays

Group insurance plan with HSA/FSA, D&T

Domestic partnerships coverage

Wellness program, healthcare discounts

Life Insurance with supplemental

Short and Long Term Disability

401k with company match

Tuition reimbursement for trainings

Virtual doctor access

Employee assistance program

Social activities

Referral bonuses

Human management style

Job summary

Héroux-Devtek in Livonia, Michigan, seeks a Production Supervisor for the 2nd shift to lead a team of machinists in precision aerospace grinding. You will ensure production goals, safety, quality, and on-time delivery while upholding aerospace standards.

The role requires advanced machining expertise, especially in precision grinding, plus the ability to read complex aerospace drawings and drive continuous improvement with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on machining experience, with strong emphasis on precision grinding operations with hard metals.
• Minimum 5 years of supervisory or team leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of machining methods, grinding processes, tooling, and manufacturing best practices.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting complex aerospace blueprints, GD&T, and technical specifications.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of grinding machinists and production personnel.
• Plan, schedule, and prioritize workflow to meet production deadlines and customer requirements.
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, and work instructions to ensure accurate manufacturing processes.
• Determine machining methods, tooling requirements, and operational sequencing including but not limited to: ID/OD, Centerless, Thread, Ball Screw, and V-thread grinding.
• Monitor production performance, quality metrics, and throughput to identify improvement opportunities.
• Troubleshoot equipment/machine issues including but not limited to: Landis, Brown & Sharpe, and Toyoda grinders.
• Occasionally perform machining or grinding operations to support production needs or demonstrate best practices.

Skills

Machining

Supervision

GD&T

Blueprints

Quality systems

Communication

Problem solving

Tools

Landis grinders

Brown & Sharpe

Toyoda grinders

Job description

Héroux-Devtek in Livonia, Michigan, seeks a Production Supervisor for the 2nd shift to lead a team of machinists in precision aerospace grinding. You will ensure production goals, safety, quality, and on-time delivery while upholding aerospace standards.

The role requires advanced machining expertise, especially in precision grinding, plus the ability to read complex aerospace drawings and drive continuous improvement with cross-functional teams.