CNC Shop Supervisor 1st Shift

Martin Sprocket & Gear; Danielsville (Northampton County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Wellness programs

Life & Disability Insurance

PTO & holidays

Career growth

Competitive pay

Job summary

Martin Sprocket & Gear in Danielsville, PA is seeking a CNC Shop Supervisor to lead a precision manufacturing team. You will set up and operate CNC equipment, manage daily department activities, coach staff, and ensure safety and quality standards are met.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of supervisory experience in manufacturing, proficiency in reading blueprints, and strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. This is an on-site, first-shift role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of supervisory or management experience in manufacturing.
• Experience in CNC programming, CNC operation, and machining; ability to read blueprints.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and development skills.
• Active shop-floor presence; ~2/3 of shift on the floor.
• Excellent verbal/written communication with all levels of staff.
• Adaptable to changing priorities and cross-team collaboration.
• Commitment to safety and process adherence.
• Proficient with MS Office and basic software.
• Ability to read and document logs and reports in English.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC Lathe machines and full production cycle.
• Oversee day-to-day department operations and enforce safety and quality standards.
• Coach and evaluate employee performance; conduct evaluations.
• Assist with onboarding and ongoing skill development for the team.
• Expedite and prioritize shop orders to meet schedules.
• Coordinate with management and other departments on production flow.
• Maintain safe, clean, and organized work areas; address safety concerns.
• Identify opportunities for operational efficiencies and improvements.
• Resolve production or personnel issues promptly to avoid disruptions.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, quality standards, and regulations.

Skills

Supervisory experience

CNC programming

CNC operation

Blueprint reading

Leadership

Shop floor presence

Communication

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Safety leadership

Performance management

Detail orientation

MS Office

Math skills

Job description

Are you ready to bring your CNC Supervisory/Manufacturing skills to a team that values precision and innovation? At Martin Sprocket & Gear, we’re dedicated to producing quality mechanical power transmission components, material handling systems, and custom forgings with excellence, and we're looking for skilled CNC Shop Supervisors like you!

What You’ll Do

• CNC Operation: Set up full production cycle and operate CNC Lathe machines for tasks such as turning, drilling, bar feeding, and live tooling. (Hyundai, Mori, Yugi, HAAS)
• Department Oversight: Manage day-to-day operations of the department, ensuring efficient workflow, adherence to safety protocols, and compliance with timekeeping and performance management procedures.
• Employee Management: Oversee employee performance, provide coaching and feedback, and conduct performance evaluations to support team development and productivity.
• Training & Development: Assist with onboarding and training of new employees, as well as provide ongoing education and skill development for the team.
• Order Management: Expedite and prioritize shop orders through the department to meet production schedules and customer requirements.
• Cross-Department Coordination: Collaborate with management and other departments to ensure smooth manufacturing, fabrication, and assembly processes.
• Workplace Safety & Maintenance: Ensure the team maintains machines and work areas in a clean, safe, and organized manner, addressing safety concerns promptly.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement opportunities for operational efficiencies and continuous improvement in manufacturing processes.
• Problem-Solving: Address and resolve production or personnel issues promptly to avoid disruptions to operations.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to company policies, quality standards, and industry regulations.

What You’ll Bring

• Supervisory Experience: Minimum of 5 years of supervisory or management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Technical Expertise: Experience in CNC programming, CNC operation, and machining, with the ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Leadership Skills: Demonstrated ability to motivate, guide, and develop team members to achieve individual and collective goals.
• Shop Floor Presence: Ability to maintain a consistent and active presence on the shop floor, spending approximately 2/3 of the shift overseeing operations.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage professionally with shop employees, office staff, supervisors, managers, and executives.
• Adaptability: Able to adjust to changing priorities and unexpected challenges while maintaining productivity and focus.
• Team Collaboration: Excellent team player with the ability to work well with others and foster a collaborative and cooperative work environment.
• Safety Leadership: Strong commitment to workplace safety, with a demonstrated ability to promote and enforce safety standards and practices.
• Performance Management: Proficiency in performance management processes, including creating plans of action and conducting employee evaluations.
• Detail Orientation: Highly detail-oriented, ensuring quality and precision in all tasks and responsibilities.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and other relevant software.
• Multi-Tasking: Strong ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively throughout the shift.
• Math Skills: Average math skills, with the ability to read and comprehend written instructions in English and complete logs, documents, and reports accurately.

Your Schedule

1st Shift, Monday – Friday, 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM

To perform this job successfully, you must be able to report daily to the branch to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified candidates with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Affordable Medical, Pharmacy, and Dental plans.
• Wellness Initiatives: Employee wellness programs for a healthy work-life balance.
• Financial Security: Life and Disability Insurance, plus a robust 401(k) Profit Trust Plan.
• Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) and company-paid holidays.
• Growth Opportunities: Career development and advancement within a thriving company.
• Competitive Pay & Perks

Martin Sprocket & Gear is an EEO Employer and an E-Verify participating employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, or veteran status.