Manufacturing Supervisor – CNC Machining (2nd Shift)

Kensington360; Ohio; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company matching

Nine paid holidays annually

Paid vacation

Life insurance and disability coverage

Health Savings Account

Flexible spending programmes

Job summary

Kensington360 is partnering with an established precision manufacturing organisation to recruit an experienced Manufacturing Supervisor for its second-shift CNC machining operations. You will lead a team of machinists and technicians, oversee daily production and drive safety, quality and performance improvements.

Candidates should have 7+ years in manufacturing, 5+ years CNC experience and 2+ years in leadership, with aerospace/high-precision experience and AS9100/NADCAP familiarity.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in manufacturing.
• 5+ years hands-on CNC experience.
• 2+ years in leadership or management.
• Experience leading 20+ direct reports.
• Track record delivering throughput, quality and targets.
• Experience with complex, engineered components.
• Strong knowledge of KPIs, planning and improvements.
• Experience in aerospace/high-precision manufacturing.
• Familiarity with AS9100 and NADCAP environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead second-shift CNC machining and conventional operations.
• Manage Team Leads, CNC Machinists, Operators and Set-Up Techs.
• Ensure targets, quality, and delivery schedules are met.
• Drive continuous improvements across processes and equipment.
• Coach and develop employees to build a high-performing team.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations and quality to solve issues.
• Monitor performance, identify bottlenecks and take corrective actions.
• Support NPI and product development activities.

Skills

Leadership & team development

CNC machining leadership

Production planning

KPIs & process improvement

Communication & problem-solving

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Job description

Kensington360 is partnering with an established precision manufacturing organisation serving the aerospace and turbine industries to recruit an experienced Manufacturing Supervisor for its second-shift CNC machining operations.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on manufacturing leader with a strong background in CNC machining, production management and team development.

The successful candidate will oversee daily production activities, lead a team of machinists and manufacturing professionals, and drive improvements across safety, quality, productivity and operational performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise second-shift CNC machining and conventional manufacturing operations.
• Manage Team Leads, CNC Machinists, Machine Operators and Set-Up Technicians.
• Ensure production targets, quality standards and delivery schedules are consistently achieved.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across machining processes, workflows and equipment performance.
• Develop and coach employees, creating a high-performing and collaborative team environment.
• Work closely with engineering, operations and quality teams to resolve manufacturing challenges.
• Monitor production performance, identify bottlenecks and implement corrective actions.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) and product development activities.
• Maintain compliance with AS9100 quality standards and NADCAP accreditation requirements.
• Ensure a safe, organised and efficient manufacturing environment.

Candidate Requirements

• 7+ years of manufacturing industry experience.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on CNC machining experience.
• At least 2 years in manufacturing leadership or management.
• Experience managing teams of 20+ direct reports.
• Proven ability to deliver production throughput, quality and operational targets.
• Experience manufacturing complex, engineered components.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing KPIs, production planning and process improvement.
• Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in aerospace, turbine or high-precision component manufacturing.
• Familiarity with AS9100 and NADCAP manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of ADP Workforce Now.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company matching.
• Nine paid holidays annually and paid vacation.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Health Savings Account and flexible spending programmes.
• Clean, climate-controlled manufacturing environment.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development.