2nd Shift Production Supervisor

2nd Shift Production Supervisor

The 2nd Shift Production Supervisor is a key manufacturing role responsible for overseeing limited, low-volume production runs on 2nd shift within an aerospace machining environment. This role directly supervises shift personnel, performs first article inspections, assists with machine set-ups, and runs production equipment as needed. The Supervisor is expected to work through open-ended tasks and problems independently, keeping the shift productive and on schedule while maintaining aerospace quality standards.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Supervise, coach, and coordinate 2nd shift production personnel to safely meet daily production and quality goals.
Oversee limited, low-volume production runs, prioritizing jobs and coverage across machines and operators.
Complete first article inspections to verify parts conform to prints and specifications before full production release.
Assist operators with machine set-ups and changeovers to minimize downtime between jobs.
Operate CNC machines directly as needed to cover open positions, support training, or keep production on schedule.
Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve open-ended production problems, driving issues to root cause and implementing corrective action.
Make sound, independent decisions on the floor when engineering, quality, or leadership support is not immediately available.
Monitor quality throughout the shift and ensure nonconforming material is identified, segregated, and documented.
Communicate shift status, open issues, and hand-off information clearly to the incoming shift and Plant Manager.
Ensure compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and aerospace quality requirements (e.g., AS9100).
Track attendance, overtime, and shift staffing, escalating gaps that could affect production commitments.
Support continuous improvement efforts, including 5S, waste reduction, and process improvement initiatives.
Requirements
Education & Experience Requirements:
5-10 years of experience in a CNC machining or aerospace manufacturing environment, including prior lead or supervisory experience.
Experience with first article inspection and low-volume/limited production runs is preferred.
Required Knowledge / Skills
Working knowledge of CNC machine operation, setup, and basic troubleshooting.
Experience performing first article inspections and using precision measuring instruments
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and work instructions.
Prior lead or supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
Familiarity with aerospace quality systems and requirements (e.g., AS9100) preferred.
Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to work through open-ended or unfamiliar issues independently.
Ability to lead, train, and hold a shift team accountable with minimal direct oversight.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including clear shift-to-shift hand-offs.