CNC Supervisor

Lamsco West, Inc.; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Lamsco West, Inc. in Santa Clarita, CA seeks a CNC Machine Supervisor to lead CNC machining operations, program oversight, and team development. The role ensures safe, efficient production meeting deadlines and quality standards. The supervisor collaborates with maintenance, engineering, and management to optimize processes and output.

The position emphasizes training, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement through Lean and 6S, with a focus on on-time delivery and safe operations.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising CNC machining operations.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and 6S principles.
• Understanding of safety policies and compliance requirements.
• Ability to schedule, plan, and coordinate workloads across shifts.
• Experience in root-cause analysis and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Supervise CNC machine operations: oversee setup, programming, and operation to meet quality and safety standards.
• Lead CNC machinists and operators; assign tasks and monitor performance to hit targets.
• Identify training needs and provide ongoing development for operators.
• Plan shift assignments and coordinate workloads to ensure on-time deliveries.
• Apply quality control measures; conduct inspections and tests to verify conformance.
• Audit processes; drive continuous improvement and safe work practices.
• Foster clear communication within and between centers and departments.
• Apply Lean and 6S to identify production and quality improvements.
• Investigate safety incidents and ensure safe work practices.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Lean manufacturing

6S

Safety compliance

Scheduling & planning

Quality auditing

Job description

The CNC Machine Supervisor will provide leadership and direction to CNC machine manufacturing and production personnel to ensure that production deadlines and Company goals are met, and that work is being produced safely, efficiently, and with the highest quality standards. This position reports to the Plant Manager.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervise CNC Machine Operations: Oversee the setup, programming, and operation of CNC machines to produce aerospace shims and detail parts. Ensure that operators follow established procedures and operate machines safely and efficiently.
• As a team leader Provide guidance, training, and support to our team of CNC machinists and operators. Assign tasks, monitor performance, and ensure that production targets are met. Promote a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Training and Development: Identify training needs and provide ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance the skills and knowledge of CNC machine operators. Stay updated with industry advancements and new machining technologies.
• Responsible for organizing, planning, and implementing shift assignments; coordinating daily and weekly workloads with the General Manager to ensure overall on-time deliveries of quality products.
• Quality Assurance: Implement and enforce quality control measures to ensure that our products meet customer specifications and industry standards as applicable. Which includes regular inspections, measurements, and tests to verify product and process conformance
• Responsible for auditing work processes to ensure consistent production standards; performs root cause analysis as necessary, while building a culture of continuous improvement.
• Establish clear communication within and between work centers and other factory processes/ departments; utilizes effective delegation skills within work teams.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing techniques and 6S to identify opportunities for quality and production improvements.
• Conduct timely investigations of all safety incidents within the CNC Machine department. At all times ensuring employees are working ins a safe manner and following all safety procedures and guidelines.
• Programming and Set-up: Collaborate with engineering team and lead programming teams to create and optimize CNC programs for the most efficient manufacturing process. Lead the CNC machining team in machine set-up, tooling selection, and fixture preparation and design to ensure accurate., repeatable, and efficient production.
• Machine Maintenance: Coordinate with maintenance staff to schedule and perform routine maintenance on CNC machines. Troubleshoot machine issues, diagnose malfunctions, and ensure timely repairs to minimize downtime.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records of production data, including output, scrap, and downtime. Prepare regular reports on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as productivity, quality, and machine utilization.
• Must be able to work effectively with others.
• Must be able to work scheduled shift and meet company attendance requirements; must be flexible enough to stay late or modify work hours on short notice if production deadlines require it.
• Coordinate with Health & Safety Engineer to foster workplace safety and enforcement of safety policies and training.
• Conduct periodic safety audits to ensure compliance to company standards.
• Participate in recruitment, selection, and development of all operations personnel through maintaining discipline
• Additional Duties, as assigned.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.