Production Supervisor

About Masterbilt Incorporated: Founded with a commitment to excellence in precision manufacturing, Masterbilt Incorporated has established itself as a leader in delivering high-performance components across a range of industries. Our mission is to provide superior quality through innovation, advanced CNC machining processes, and a relentless focus on continuous improvement.

At Masterbilt, we operate in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where teamwork and innovation drive success. We take pride in fostering a culture that empowers employees to grow, contribute meaningfully, and uphold our core values of quality, integrity, and operational excellence. Through our dedication and expertise, we consistently meet the evolving needs of our customers while maintaining the highest standards in manufacturing.

Position Description: The Production Supervisor is a hands-on role responsible for overseeing the daily operations of CNC production while actively participating in machine setup, programming, troubleshooting, and process improvement activities. This working supervisor position combines advanced technical expertise in CNC lathe operations with strong leadership skills to ensure the safe, efficient, and high-quality production of precision-machined components. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience programming, setting up, and operating CNC lathes, including multi-axis turning equipment, and will lead a team of machinists, operators, and inspectors to consistently achieve production, quality, and delivery objectives. This role works closely with the 1st Shift Supervisor to coordinate workflow and optimize machine utilization. The role is also responsible for maintaining quality and safety standards, supporting employee development, and driving continuous improvement initiatives throughout the team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

Supervision and Team Leadership

· Directly supervise CNC machine operators, inspectors, and other production personnel to ensure safe, efficient, and productive operations.

· Assign work, monitor employee performance, and ensure production activities meet established standards for quality, efficiency, and output.

· Evaluate employee performance, provide coaching and feedback, address performance concerns, and support employee development.

· Address employee questions, concerns, and grievances in a professional and timely manner.

CNC Operations and Production Oversight

· Interpret CNC specifications, blueprints, engineering drawings, work instructions, and job orders to ensure accurate production.

· Oversee CNC machine setup, operation, adjustments, and changeovers to maintain production efficiency and product quality.

· Assist operators in diagnosing and resolving machining, tooling, programming, and equipment-related issues.

· Troubleshoot production problems and coordinate repairs with maintenance personnel and external service providers as needed.

· Work with vendors and technical support representatives to resolve equipment, tooling, and process-related concerns.

· Monitor machine performance and recommend process improvements to enhance productivity, quality, and equipment utilization.

• Coordinate with 1st Shift Supervisor to develop and      maintain production schedules, work assignments, and manufacturing      sequences to meet customer requirements and production goals.
• Coordinate with 1st Shift Supervisor to establish      production rates and priorities based on workload, machine capacity,      staffing levels, and company objectives.
• Coordinate workflow between shifts to maximize productivity and      minimize downtime.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

· Enforce all company safety, quality, sanitation, and operational policies and procedures.

· Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, AS9100, ISO 9001, aerospace machining standards, and all applicable plant safety requirements.

· Conduct inspections of materials, components, finished products, and equipment to verify compliance with quality standards and specifications.

· Monitor production processes, gauges, indicators, and performance metrics to identify and correct issues affecting quality or safety.

· Promote a culture of continuous improvement, safety awareness, and