Machine Shop Lead & Production Supervisor

U.S. Ordnance Inc.; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Ordnance Inc. seeks a Machine Shop Supervisor to plan and supervise daily machine shop operations, ensuring parts meet specifications and safety standards.

You will lead machinists and operators, coordinate workloads, and maintain equipment and procedures to support production goals. The role requires strong leadership, mechanical aptitude, and excellent communication. You will drive continuous improvement and work with vendors, with regular performance reviews and adherence to safety

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to assess supplier performance on quality, cost, and reliability.
• Financial skills to evaluate total supplier costs including delivery and administration.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prioritize, schedule, and supervise machine shop operations.
• Direct and evaluate machinists and operators.
• Review work orders, assign priorities and jobs to shop personnel.
• Provide training and technical support on procedures and inspection techniques.
• Ensure proper equipment, tooling, and paperwork for production.
• Maintain safety, processes, and continuous improvement practices.
• Coordinate with outside vendors as needed.
• Perform annual and 90-day employee reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical aptitude

Communication

Time management

Confidential information handling

Analytical ability

Cost analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

U.S. Ordnance Inc. seeks a Machine Shop Supervisor to plan and supervise daily machine shop operations, ensuring parts meet specifications and safety standards.

You will lead machinists and operators, coordinate workloads, and maintain equipment and procedures to support production goals. The role requires strong leadership, mechanical aptitude, and excellent communication. You will drive continuous improvement and work with vendors, with regular performance reviews and adherence to safety