Machine Shop Supervisor

BENOIT PREMIUM THREADING LLC; Ennis (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift differential

Job summary

BENOIT PREMIUM THREADING LLC is seeking a hands-on Supervisor-Machine Shop in Ennis, TX. The role directs Pre-Process and Thread Shop operations, ensuring efficient use of manpower and equipment while meeting customer deadlines.

You will hire and develop staff, coordinate production schedules, and enforce safety and quality standards. Strong CNC, reading drawings, and leadership skills are essential for ongoing improvement and smooth daily operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's/Associate/Technical degree or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years machining and supervisory or leadership experience.
• Ability to coordinate work and improve processes.
• Experience with CNC equipment and shop operations.
• Read and interpret prints and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate Pre-Process and Thread Shop operations.
• Hire, discipline, and evaluate staff with Operations Manager.
• Maintain production flow and shift production schedules.
• Oversee inventory and consumables planning.
• Ensure safety, quality, and policy adherence.
• Troubleshoot equipment and coordinate with Maintenance.
• Train shop floor employees and serve as master trainer.
• Verify documentation for New Work orders.

Skills

Supervisory leadership

Machining experience

CNC equipment knowledge

Read prints/drawings

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's/Associate/Technical degree

High School Diploma or GED with related experience

Tools

CNC machines

Turn and bore machines

Swage machine

Sandblaster

Gauges

Job description

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Full Time Operations Ennis, TX, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1043

The function of the Supervisor-Machine Shop-Ennis is to direct and ensure that all phases of machine shop operations are conducted in an orderly, efficient manner according to established procedures and quality standards. Supervisor-Machine Shop-Ennis receives their authority from and reports to the Manager-Operations-Ennis.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

• Responsible for coordinating Pre-Process and Thread Shop work in such a manner as to make efficient use of manpower/equipment and meet customer delivery.


• Authorized, in conjunction with the Operations Manager, to hire, discipline and terminate employees under his/her authority and to evaluate personnel for ongoing training and advancement.


• Responsible for work assignments within the Pre-Process and Thread Shop.


• Conduct production meetings at shift change, as necessary, to maintain production flow and establish shift production schedules.


• Perform Monthly inventory check and requests consumables to the operations manager.


• Oversee production procedures and ensure that results are within specified requirements.


• Responsible for the conduct and promptness of employees under authority, and to ensure that Benoit policies are adhered to.


• Perform and/or supervise minor equipment repairs when practical or enlist the help of the Maintenance Dept. or a vendor service representative to minimize production interruptions.


• Support Machine Operators in trouble shooting nonconformance problems when necessary.


• Monitor the workload of CNC Operators to ensure continuous production.


• Enforce Benoit Safety and Environmental policies in their department.


• Investigate and complete accident reports on all accidents in department In collaboration with HSE Manager.


• Ensure that Pre-Process and Thread Shop personnel paperwork is properly completed in a timely manner.


• Oversee the performance of job responsibilities of the personnel under his authority to ensure that Benoit policies and SOPs are adhered to.


• Be available by phone, or other means, to assist with machine shop problems.


• Verify documentation and process setup for all New Workorders at the Pre-Process shop and Thread Shop.


• Function as a working supervisor; operate production equipment as needed to meet production requirements or when the department is short-handed.


• Maintain operational level proficiency on all equipment in the production and pre-process lines, including but not limited to CNC machines, turn and bore machines, swage machine, sandblaster units, material handling equipment, API gauges, and process and finish operations.


• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues independently and engage the Maintenance Dept. when an issue requires their involvement.


• Relieve shop floor personnel as needed and run their equipment, including gauging of parts, to maintain continuous production.


• Train shop floor employees in the operation of production and pre-process equipment and serve as the department master trainer.

Qualifications may include, but are not limited to:

• Bachelors, Associate’s or technical degree; or High School Diploma or GED with at least 4 years of related experience in lieu of a degree


• At least 2 years of experience in machining, pipe threading, or heavy manufacturing; at least 2 years of supervisory or leadership experience preferred


• Coordinates the work of others


• Suggests process improvements and is a knowledgeable resource for other team members.


• At least 3 years of experience in machining, pipe threading, or heavy manufacturing; at least 2 years of supervisory or leadership experience


• Resolves production problems and answers questions about processes, methods, or equipment


• Reviews production to identify trends or potential performance issues


• Contributes to the development of processes and procedures

Additional Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge of CNC equipment, production flow, and shop operations


• Read and interpret prints, drawings, specifications, and production reports


• Experience coordinating with Quality, Maintenance, and Operations


• Strong leadership skills, communication, trouble shooting and decision-making skills


• Effectively train, coach, and develop employees


• Must have and maintain a clean driving record and pass motor vehicle report (MVR) checks


• Must be able to work in the United States without sponsorship, now or in the future

Physical requirements may include, but are not limited to:

• Effective verbal and written communication in English


• Read, understand, and follow written instructions in English


• Sufficient visual acuity to perform job duties safely and accurately


• Work in office, warehouse, production, or outdoor environments as required


• Drive company vehicles and travel for business purposes as needed, including in-town and out-of-town trips


• Lift, move, adjust, push, pull, and carry objects to waist height up to 100 lbs without assistance for changeovers in production and preprocess, typically a few times a week on the CNC machines and 3 to 4 times a day on swage


• Lift, carry, move, push, pull, and adjust objects from waist to shoulder height up to 60 lbs without assistance when handling sandbags, dope, clear coat, and any additional shop supplies


• Frequent standing, walking, and occasionally sitting


• Frequent bending, reaching, and use of stairs


• Frequent use of hand tools and equipment


• Use of computer, phone, copier, printer and other office equipment


• Exposure to noise, temperature variations, and shop environment

Must be able to work in the United States without sponsorship, now or in the future.

Equal Opportunity Employer, Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities

$3 shift differential for working night shift

Pre-employment testing is completed post-offer and includes a hair follicle drug test, breath alcohol test, physical and background check.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of all required post-offer screening requirements.