Machining Supervisor

Ultimate Staffing; Saint Peters (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultimate Staffing is seeking a Machining Supervisor in Saint Peters, MO. Lead a skilled machining team to deliver high-quality parts on schedule in a fast-paced environment, driving productivity and continuous improvement.

You will oversee safety, training, coaching, and performance reviews while partnering with Engineering, Quality, and Operations to optimize production and meet customer requirements.

Qualifications

• Vocational training or equivalent industry experience.
• Manufacturing leadership experience preferred.
• Experience supervising production teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a team of machining professionals.
• Drive productivity improvements through equipment, tooling, and process enhancements.
• Ensure customer quality requirements and delivery commitments are met.
• Champion Lean Manufacturing and 6S initiatives to optimize operations.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Operations, and other departments.

Skills

Aerospace experience

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

Machining operations

Problem solving

Education

Vocational training

College coursework

Tools

Mazak

Integrex

Job description

Lead the Way as a Machining Supervisor!

Are you a hands-on manufacturing leader who loves improving processes, developing teams, and delivering exceptional results? Do you thrive in a fast-paced machining environment where safety, quality, and continuous improvement are top priorities? If so, we want to hear from you!

What You'll Do

As our Machining Supervisor, you'll be the driving force behind daily machining operations, leading a skilled team to deliver high-quality products on time while maximizing productivity and efficiency.

• Lead and inspire a team of machining professionals
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Ensure customer quality requirements and delivery commitments are met
• Drive productivity improvements through equipment, tooling, and process enhancements
• Hire, train, coach, and develop team members for long-term success
• Manage departmental staffing, scheduling, and budget performance
• Champion Lean Manufacturing, 6S, and operational excellence initiatives
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Operations, and other departments to optimize production
• Lead performance reviews, cross-training efforts, and workforce development
• Present operational metrics and lead improvement-focused meetings
• Work with customers, auditors, and business partners as needed

What Makes You Successful

• Aerospace Industry Experience
• 3 axis, 5 axis, Mazak, Integrex, etc - Hands on experience
• Demonstrates strong leadership and decision-making skills
• Is highly motivated, energetic, and proactive
• Communicates clearly and effectively
• Builds trust and accountability within teams
• Embraces change and inspires others to do the same
• Think creatively to solve problems
• Mentors and develops employees to reach their potential
• Maintains a positive, team-focused attitude

Your Impact

• Delivering products on time
• Maintaining exceptional quality standards
• Improving operational efficiency
• Enhancing employee capabilities through training and development
• Building a culture focused on safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement

What You Bring

• Vocational training, some college coursework, or equivalent industry experience
• Manufacturing or machining leadership experience preferred
• Experience supervising production teams
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, and production best practices
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while delivering results

Work Environment

• Primarily an indoor, climate-controlled manufacturing facility
• Combination of desk work and shop-floor leadership
• Occasional lifting, bending, and walking throughout production areas
• Exposure to manufacturing environments that may include machine noise, temperature fluctuations, and standard industrial safety requirements

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

This is more than a supervisory role-it's a chance to shape a high-performing manufacturing team, drive meaningful improvements, and make a real impact on operational success. If you're passionate about leadership, continuous improvement, and building strong teams, we'd love to meet you.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.