Aviation Machining Supervisor

West Star Aviation Inc.; Grandview (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

West Star Aviation Inc. is seeking a Machine Shop Supervisor for our Grandview, TX facility. The role oversees machinists and programmers, coordinates resources, and ensures on-time delivery while upholding quality and safety standards.

Leadership, communication, and hands-on machining experience are essential. Responsibilities include process improvement, training, and collaboration with Planning, Quality, and Manufacturing to resolve issues and maintain FAA and AS9100 compliance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of machining experience including manual and CNC operations.
• 2+ years of manufacturing leadership or supervisory experience.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Strong understanding of GD&T and machining processes.
• Experience with aerospace manufacturing and FAA Part 145 Repair Station.
• Experience with AS9100 Quality Management System.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities of machinists, programmers, and support personnel.
• Coordinate manpower and machine resources to meet production schedules.
• Monitor workflow and production priorities to support on-time delivery objectives.
• Ensure compliance with customer requirements, drawings, work instructions, and process specifications.
• Provide technical support for manual and CNC machining, setup, tooling, and work holding.
• Support setup, troubleshooting, and resolution of machining issues.
• Promote and enforce safe work practices in the shop.
• Monitor employee performance and provide coaching and development.
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, and training of shop personnel.
• Coordinate with Planning, Quality, and Manufacturing to resolve issues.
• Monitor machine utilization and shop performance metrics.
• Maintain equipment and tooling, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Communicate effectively in English.

Skills

Machining operations

Supervisory experience

Reading engineering drawings

GD&T proficiency

Communication & leadership

Aerospace manufacturing knowledge

FAA Part 145 familiarity

AS9100 awareness

Lean manufacturing

Process troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Hurco

Fanuc

Mastercam

Job description

West Star Aviation Inc. is seeking a Machine Shop Supervisor for our Grandview, TX facility. The role oversees machinists and programmers, coordinates resources, and ensures on-time delivery while upholding quality and safety standards.

Leadership, communication, and hands-on machining experience are essential. Responsibilities include process improvement, training, and collaboration with Planning, Quality, and Manufacturing to resolve issues and maintain FAA and AS9100 compliance.