Machine Shop Operations Lead

HIGH TECH TOOL, INC.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HIGH TECH TOOL, INC. in Houston, TX is seeking a Machine Shop Supervisor to lead daily production in a busy shop. You will plan schedules, assign tasks to machinists, ensure drawings and specs are followed, and coordinate maintenance to minimize downtime.

The role emphasizes safety, quality control, training, and cross-functional collaboration to improve processes and productivity across the plant.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma; vocational machining training preferred.
• Supervisory experience in a machine shop.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and machining instructions.
• Experience with production planning, scheduling, and workflow optimization.
• Strong quality control skills and adherence to specifications.
• Knowledge of shop safety standards and regulatory compliance.
• Effective communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule daily production in the machine shop.
• Assign work to machinists and monitor progress.
• Oversee milling and machining operations per drawings and specs.
• Coordinate maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Enforce safety protocols and conduct quality checks.
• Train team members and support management in process improvements.
• Collaborate with management to optimize workflow and throughput.

Job description

HIGH TECH TOOL, INC. in Houston, TX is seeking a Machine Shop Supervisor to lead daily production in a busy shop. You will plan schedules, assign tasks to machinists, ensure drawings and specs are followed, and coordinate maintenance to minimize downtime.

The role emphasizes safety, quality control, training, and cross-functional collaboration to improve processes and productivity across the plant.