Machine Shop Supervisor

Aviation Products Systems; Granite City (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Granite City, IL seeks a Machine Shop Supervisor to lead production teams, enhance operational efficiency, and implement continuous improvement initiatives. Candidates should possess over 10 years in heavy industry and at least 5 years in supervisory roles, demonstrating excellent communication and leadership skills. Full-time schedule from Monday to Friday, 7 am to 4 pm.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and comprehend work specifications and technical publications.
• Experience with production and administrative procedures.
• Understanding of machinery and tools.
• Experience with all department operations, including machinery and tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of 3-5 employees.
• Organize and oversee shop floor operations.
• Drive safety programs and ensure training standards.
• Oversee a ~5,000 square foot shop with 5 CNC Haas lathes and 1 Mazak Multiplex.
• Streamline processes to minimize costs, reduce errors and meet deadlines.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Leadership

Change management

Analytical skills

Organization

Blueprint reading

Education

10+ years of experience in heavy industry

5+ years in a supervisory role

Tools

CNC Haas lathes

Mazak Multiplex

Job description

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Overview

Aviation Products Systems is a manufacturing company located in Granite City, IL (St. Louis, MO area). We serve the General Aviation and Aerospace markets with PMA engineered products. We are on a continuous growth plan and seek a Machine Shop Supervisor to lead Machine Shop Production, Continuous Improvement and Planning. Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Machine Shop Supervisor functions as the leader and catalyst for driving and implementing exceptional operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of up to 3-5 employees
• Organize, plan and oversee day-to-day shop floor operations, delegating to machinists and operators
• Ensure maximum efficiency and productivity while minimizing delays
• Oversee a ~5,000 square foot shop with 5 CNC Haas lathes and 1 Mazak Multiplex
• Schedule, track progress, budget and forecast
• Drive safety programs on the operational side
• Ensure training standards for shop personnel in equipment and software use
• Ensure proper ordering of materials, parts, supplies, and services for work projects
• Workforce management including performance management and problem resolution
• Streamline processes to minimize costs, reduce errors and meet deadlines

Requirements

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to lead, manage and motivate employees in a production environment
• Ability to lead critical change management initiatives
• Analytical ability to research problem areas and special requests
• Well-organized, detail-oriented self-starter
• Ability to read and comprehend work specifications, work orders, blueprints, contracts and technical publications

Education & Experience

• Minimum ten (10) years of experience in heavy industry and manufacturing
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in a supervisory capacity
• Experience with production procedures and administrative procedures with a background in continuous process improvement
• Experience with all department operations, including machinery and tools

Work Schedule

• Full-time, Monday through Friday 7am to 4pm

Additional skills (helpful but not required)

• OSHA machine safety knowledge
• General aviation experience and understanding of aircraft systems

Note: APS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

Job function

• Management, Manufacturing, and Production

Industries

• Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing