CNC Supervisor

Howmet Aerospace; Berea (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) with employer matching

Paid holidays and vacation

Parental leave

Life insurance

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace Inc. is seeking a seasoned CNC supervisor in Berea, OH to lead and develop a crew of machinists, setup technicians, and operators.

You will coordinate daily production, optimize multi-axis machining, and ensure programs and tools meet strict GD&T drawings and quality plans. You will drive continuous improvement initiatives, oversee preventive maintenance collaboration, and maintain thorough production documentation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years CNC machining experience, including advanced multi-axis work.
• Proven supervisory or leadership experience in CNC/high-volume production.
• Strong proficiency in blueprint reading and GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop CNC machinists, operators, and setup technicians to meet goals.
• Coordinate daily production activities, machine loading, shift priorities, and workflows.
• Oversee CNC setup, operation, troubleshooting, tooling optimization, and multi-axis machining (3+2, 5-axis).
• Review and validate CNC programs, tool lists, and fixturing; collaborate to optimize cycles and material usage.
• Ensure adherence to drawings, GD&T, work instructions, and control plans.
• Maintain quality control processes including in-process inspection, SPC, CMM routines, and containment of nonconforming parts.
• Drive Lean, Kaizen, 5S, SMED to reduce waste and improve throughput.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance with maintenance teams to minimize downtime.
• Maintain production documentation, logs, inspection reports, and performance metrics.
• Foster safety, accountability, teamwork, and high-performance culture.
• Preferred: experience with 5-axis machining, aerospace components, Lean manufacturing, and CAD/CAM tools.

Skills

CNC machining

Leadership

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Problem-solving

Tools

Fanuc

Mastercam

CAD/CAM

Job description

• Locations 1000 W Bagley Rd., Berea, OH, 44017, US (On-site)
• Job Schedule Full time
• Export-Controlled Data This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop CNC machinists, operators, and setup technicians to achieve production, quality, and safety goals.
• Coordinate daily production activities, machine loading, shift priorities, and workflow to meet delivery requirements.
• Oversee CNC setup, operation, troubleshooting, tooling optimization, and multi‑axis machining activities (3+2, 5‑axis preferred).
• Review and validate CNC programs (G‑code), tool lists, and fixturing; collaborate with programmers to optimize cycle times and material usage.
• Ensure adherence to engineering drawings, GD&T requirements, work instructions, and control plans.
• Implement and maintain quality control processes including in‑process inspection, SPC, CMM routines, and containment of nonconforming parts.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Kaizen, 5S, SMED) to reduce waste, improve throughput, and enhance process stability.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance schedules and partner with maintenance teams to minimize downtime and maintain machine health.
• Maintain accurate production documentation, machine logs, inspection reports, and performance metrics.
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and high‑performance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of CNC machining experience, including advanced multi‑axis machining, tooling, work holding, and troubleshooting.
• Proven supervisory or leadership experience in a CNC or high‑volume production environment.
• Strong proficiency in blueprint reading, GD&T, precision measurement tools (micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, CMM).
• Experience with CNC programming or program validation (Fanuc, Mastercam, CAM software).
• Demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, and develop employees while maintaining accountability and performance standards.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot machining, tooling, and workflow issues.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and manufacturing systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with 5‑axis machining, aerospace components, or tight‑tolerance production environments.
• Familiarity with Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement systems, and data‑driven production management.
• CAD/CAM experience (SolidWorks, Mastercam, NX, or similar).

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly
• Walking - frequently
• Using hands to finger, handle, or feel - almost continuously
• Reaching with hands and arms - almost continuously

About Us

Compensation and Benefits:

If a pay range is identified for this job, it is based on a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. Actual compensation is subject to variation due to factors such as education, experience, skillset, market/business considerations, and/or location.

Howmet Aerospace offers a competitive benefits package to support the health, financial well-being, and professional growth of our employees. Benefits include:

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision benefits coverage, including FSA and HSA account options
• Pre-tax and Roth 401(k) retirement savings plans offering employer matching funds and a separate employer retirement contribution
• Paid holidays and vacation time (eligibility, accrual, and usage are discretionary and governed by applicable policies)
• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance programs
• Life insurance and disability coverage plans
• Optional coverage plans for auto, home, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance
• Tuition Assistance Program and ongoing professional development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Our Story:

Howmet Aerospace Inc. (NYSE: HWM), headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is a leading global provider of advanced engineered solutions for the aerospace and transportation industries. Our primary businesses focus on jet engine components, aerospace fastening systems, titanium structural parts and forged wheels. With $8.3 Billion in revenue in 2025, our products play a crucial role in enabling fuel efficiency and lightweighting, contributing to our customers’ success and making a positive impact on the world. To learn more about the way Howmet Aerospace Inc. is advancing the sustainability of our customers, markets, and communities where we operate, review the 2025 Environmental Social and Governance report at www.howmet.com/esg-report . Follow: LinkedIn , Twitter , Instagram , Facebook , and YouTube .

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.