Manufacturing Supervisor-2nd Shift (PPG#337511)

Barton Staffing Solutions, Inc.; Illinois; On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Barton Staffing Solutions, Inc. is seeking an experienced Machine Shop Supervisor for the 2nd shift in Montgomery, IL. The role leads a union workforce, overseeing daily machining operations, focusing on safety, quality, and productivity with hands-on CNC expertise.

Ideal candidates will have prior machine shop leadership, strong problem-solving skills, and experience in a union manufacturing setting. Schedule coordination and employee development are key components of this position.

Qualifications

• Hands-on machine shop leadership experience.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Experience in a union manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily machine shop operations on 2nd shift.
• Lead, coach and develop bargaining unit employees under the union contract.
• Schedule work assignments based on production priorities and deadlines.
• Review orders, blueprints and specs to ensure efficient planning.
• Monitor performance, quality, scrap and efficiency; implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance to resolve issues and reduce scrap.
• Collaborate with Engineering to improve processes and tooling.
• Order tooling, supplies and maintain inventory levels.
• Partner with Materials, Purchasing and Production Planning for material readiness.
• Participate in continuous improvement focused on productivity and cost reduction.
• Train staff on safety, machine operation and quality standards.
• Enforce safety policies and maintain a clean work environment.
• Conduct performance evaluations and disciplinary actions as needed.
• Assist with budgeting and labor planning.

Skills

Leadership

CNC knowledge

Scheduling

Union experience

Job description

Machine Shop Supervisor-2nd Shift

Location: Montgomery

Shift: 2nd Shift

Pay: Competitive Salary starting at 80,000/yr.

Lead a Skilled Machine Shop Team in a Union Manufacturing Environment

Our client, a well-established manufacturer of precision cast components, is seeking an experienced 2nd Shift Machine Shop Supervisor to oversee daily machining operations and lead a union workforce.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on manufacturing leader with strong CNC machining knowledge, scheduling experience, and a passion for developing employees while driving quality, safety, and productivity.

The ideal candidate will have previous machine shop leadership experience, excellent problem‑solving abilities, and experience working in a union manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities:

• Supervise and coordinate daily operations of the machine shop on 2nd shift.
• Lead, coach, and develop bargaining unit employees while administering personnel activities in accordance with the union contract.
• Schedule work assignments based on production priorities, machine capacity, staffing, and customer deadlines.
• Review production orders, blueprints, process sheets, and job specifications to ensure efficient production planning.
• Monitor production performance, quality, scrap, and efficiency while implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Conduct inspections and work closely with Quality Assurance to resolve quality issues and reduce scrap.
• Partner with Engineering to improve machining processes, tooling, and manufacturing efficiencies.
• Initiate tooling repair and replacement requests for fixtures, jigs, and cutting tools.
• Order production tooling, supplies, and consumables while maintaining appropriate inventory levels.
• Collaborate with Materials, Purchasing, and Production Planning to ensure materials and tooling are available.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, quality, and cost reduction.
• Train employees on safe work practices, machine operation, quality standards, and company procedures.
• Enforce all company safety policies and maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Conduct employee performance evaluations, coaching sessions, and disciplinary actions as necessary.
• Assist with department budgeting, labor planning, and cost control initiatives.
• Work closely with management to achieve production, quality, and operational goals.