Hands-On Lead: Large-Part Machining Supervisor

RIM Recruitment Professionals; Elmwood Park (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Two weeks paid vacation

Holiday bonus

Profit‑sharing plan

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discount program

Job summary

RIM Recruitment Professionals seeks a hands-on Machine Shop Foreman / Large-Part Machining Supervisor to lead daily operations in a precision shop. You will oversee machinists, CNC operators, and shop personnel, plan and schedule jobs, and ensure adherence to tolerances and specifications.

The role requires extensive hands-on experience with manual lathes, mills, boring mills, and CNC equipment, with a focus on safety, quality, and on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in a machine shop or large-part machining environment.
• Hands-on machining with manual and CNC equipment and tight tolerances.
• Ability to read blueprints, CAD models, and GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations for machinists, CNC operators, and shop personnel.
• Plan, schedule, and prioritize jobs to meet delivery commitments.
• Develop methods including workholding, tooling, and setups for large parts.
• Ensure safe operation, quality standards, and on-time delivery.
• Provide hands-on technical support for setups and troubleshooting.
• Train and coach shop staff; address safety and performance concerns.

Skills

Leadership

Shop floor supervision

Planning & scheduling

Blueprints & GD&T

CNC & manual machining

Setup & troubleshooting

Problem solving

Mentoring & training

Quality & safety compliance

Tools

CNC machines

Manual lathes & mills

Boring mills

CAD models

Job description

RIM Recruitment Professionals seeks a hands-on Machine Shop Foreman / Large-Part Machining Supervisor to lead daily operations in a precision shop. You will oversee machinists, CNC operators, and shop personnel, plan and schedule jobs, and ensure adherence to tolerances and specifications.

The role requires extensive hands-on experience with manual lathes, mills, boring mills, and CNC equipment, with a focus on safety, quality, and on-time delivery.