Lead CNC & Automation Shop Supervisor

Technical Source; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Technical Source in Cary, NC seeks a hands-on Machine Shop Supervisor to lead CNC operators and optimize complex components for automated systems. You will design workflows, mentor a skilled team, and drive safety and quality across multi-axis machining and robotic tending.

As the facility relocates, you will help plan the new automation-integrated shop, set standards, and implement digital manufacturing practices for long-term growth.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Machine Tool Technology, Computer Integrated Machining, or a related manufacturing field.
• Experience in CNC machining, programming, and supervising production teams in an industrial automation or advanced-manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of multi-axis machining (5-6 axis), robotic machine tending, and automated part-handling systems.
• Proficiency with CAM programming software (e.g., Mastercam, Fusion 360, or similar).
• Knowledge of automated manufacturing technologies such as robotics, PLC-driven equipment, vision systems, or digital factory tools (preferred).
• Solid understanding of machining principles, cutting tools, fixtures, and precision manufacturing.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to support both people and automated processes.
• Nice to have- Okuma or Haas CNC Machine experience

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and supervise CNC operators, ensuring alignment with automated production standards and safety protocols.
• Oversee daily machining operations, including scheduling, workflow optimization, and coordination with automated production lines.
• Develop, modify, and optimize CNC programs for complex components used in automated systems, robotics, tooling, and motion-control assemblies.
• Utilize CAM software to generate efficient toolpaths, improve cycle times, and ensure compatibility with automated material-handling systems.
• Support multi-axis CNC machining centers, robotic machine-tending cells, and other automation-enhanced processes. Okuma experience a plus.
• Play a critical role in setting up the machine shop in the new facility, including equipment layout, workflow design, and integration with automation and digital manufacturing technologies.
• Troubleshoot machining issues and collaborate with automation, engineering, and maintenance teams to improve quality, uptime, and process capability.
• Interpret detailed engineering drawings, GD&T, and automation-related part specifications to ensure accurate component production.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-driven work environment consistent with modern automated manufacturing standards.
• Support continuous-improvement initiatives, including automation upgrades, process optimization, and smart-manufacturing practices.

Skills

CNC Machining

CNC Programming

Team Leadership

CAM Software

Automation & Robotics

Tooling & Fixtures

Quality & GD&T

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Machine Tool Technology / Computer Integrated Machining

Tools

Okuma

Haas

Job description

Technical Source in Cary, NC seeks a hands-on Machine Shop Supervisor to lead CNC operators and optimize complex components for automated systems. You will design workflows, mentor a skilled team, and drive safety and quality across multi-axis machining and robotic tending.

As the facility relocates, you will help plan the new automation-integrated shop, set standards, and implement digital manufacturing practices for long-term growth.