Cnc Supervisor

Aerotek; Brea (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a CNC Supervisor in Brea, CA to oversee and participate in CNC operations, programming, and scheduling in a high-end job shop environment. You will guide CNC programmers and machinists to ensure quality, safety, and on-time delivery for complex medical device and government projects.

The role requires hands-on CNC experience, GibbsCAM proficiency, and the ability to plan multi-machine workloads across 25-axis equipment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience supervising CNC operations in a shop environment.
• Hands-on CNC machining and fabrication knowledge.
• Strong programming skills with GibbsCAM.
• Ability to plan, organize, and schedule CNC jobs to meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of 25-axis multi-axis machines and pallet change setups.
• Experience with medical device or government contract work is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily CNC machining operations, ensuring productivity, safety, and quality.
• Lead and support CNC programmers and machinists with guidance and feedback.
• Plan and schedule CNC jobs to optimize utilization and meet deadlines.
• Participate in CNC programming, reviewing and adjusting programs as needed.
• Program with GibbsCAM for complex parts and full builds.
• Oversee fabrication to meet specs and industry standards.

Skills

CNC supervision

CNC programming

GibbsCAM

25-axis machining

Job planning

Team leadership

Quality control

DMG machines

VTLs

Pallet change systems

Tools

GibbsCAM

DMG CNC machines

Horizontal machining centers

Vertical turning lathes (VTLs)

Job description

Job Title: CNC Supervisor

Job Description

The CNC Supervisor oversees and actively participates in CNC operations, programming, and scheduling within a high-end job shop environment. This role ensures that machining activities run efficiently, meet quality standards, and support complex fabrication projects for demanding industries.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily CNC machining operations in a high-end job shop environment, ensuring productivity, safety, and quality.
• Lead and support CNC programmers and machinists, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback.
• Plan and schedule CNC jobs to optimize machine utilization, meet customer deadlines, and coordinate workflow across multiple machines.
• Participate directly in CNC programming activities, including creating, reviewing, and adjusting programs as needed.
• Use GibbsCAM and related software to program CNC machines for complex parts and full builds.
• Oversee fabrication processes to ensure parts meet technical specifications and industry standards.
• Monitor machine performance on 25 axis CNC machines, DMG equipment, horizontal machining centers, VTLs, and pallet change systems.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant shop environment suitable for medical device and government contract work.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to resolve machining issues and improve processes.
• Ensure adherence to shop procedures, safety protocols, and quality control requirements throughout all CNC operations.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience supervising CNC operations in a job shop or similar machining environment.
• Hands-on expertise with CNC machining and fabrication processes.
• Strong CNC programming skills, including experience with GibbsCAM.
• Ability to plan, organize, and schedule CNC jobs to meet production and delivery requirements.
• Knowledge of multi-axis CNC machines, including 25 axis equipment.
• Ability to work effectively on the shop floor while overseeing both people and processes.
• Solid understanding of machining tolerances, quality standards, and fabrication best practices.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with DMG CNC machines and advanced machining centers.
• Familiarity with horizontal machining centers and vertical turning lathes (VTLs).
• Background in machining for medical device full builds or government contract work.
• Comfort working with pallet change systems and high-end CNC equipment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to improve processes in a job shop environment.

Why Work Here?

Join a high-end job shop that invests in advanced CNC technology and maintains a clean, well-organized environment. You will work with sophisticated multi-axis equipment, contribute to complex medical device and government projects, and be part of a team that values precision, professionalism, and continuous improvement.

Work Environment

The role is based in a very clean, high-end job shop environment focused on full builds for medical device applications and government contracts. The shop features a range of advanced CNC equipment, including 25 axis machines, DMG machines, four horizontal machining centers, five vertical turning lathes (VTLs), and pallet change systems. The setting emphasizes organization, quality, and adherence to strict standards, providing a professional atmosphere for skilled CNC and fabrication work.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Brea, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $95000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

benefits will be presented in interview to candidates

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Brea, CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Brea,CA.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.