Are you an experienced leader with a passion for machining operations? Do you enjoy managing and motivating a team of talented workers to produce high-quality products using advanced equipment and tools? We are looking for a Machine Shop Supervisor in our Manufacturing division who can oversee the CNC mill, CNC lathe, manual, and laser operations, and ensure the safety and efficiency of our people, equipment, and facility.
This is a daylight shift role that has responsibilities for supporting a three-shift operation. Apply now and join our dynamic and growing team!
This position is eligible for relocation assistance.
What we do: At Kurt J. Lesker Company our dedication and passion to enabling technology is the cornerstone of innovation. We engineer, design, test, manufacture, install, service and distribute state-of-the-art scientific vacuum systems and components, empowering our clients to overcome complex challenges across a spectrum of industries, including aerospace, semiconductor, medical device, optical and more! As a privately held company, we are able to focus on the long term and invest in the future, which has allowed us to stay at the cutting edge while providing stability and growth for our employees for the last 70 years. Join us and be a part of something truly special.
Overview of responsibilities: Utilize extensive machining and management expertise to lead CNC machinists in the setup and operation of machine tools and equipment. Oversee the performance of CNC mills, CNC lathes, manual machines, and laser equipment across all shifts. Manage personnel, equipment, and the facility to ensure production needs are met safely and efficiently.
Key Job Elements:
Utilize your expertise in machining, welding, and detailing to provide hands-on supervision to machinists, welders, and detail technicians
Oversee the setup and operation of machine tools, welding equipment, and finishing hand tools
Manage the performance of CNC mill, CNC lathe, manual, and laser employees across all shifts
Manage personnel, equipment, and the facility to support production needs safely and effectively.
Review your employees’ time, motivate them with your positive attitude and guidance, and provide them with coaching, mentoring, training/development, feedback, and performance reviews to keep pace with current and future company requirements
Manage your team to deliver quality products or services on time and at the right cost
Implement corrective and disciplinary actions as needed
Ensure timely compliance with company workplace policies and procedures, including human resource policies and safety, while maintaining accurate and up-to-date process documentation.
Maintain effective interface with other operations supervisors and other departments
Analyze operations to identify and resolve issues by determining root causes and implementing changes, achieving operational and production objectives
Willingness to learn and operate all equipment in your department when needed
Build and maintain a 6S environment and recommend improvements in production methods, equipment, procedures, and conditions
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications: Required
At least 5 years of experience in leadership roles, effectively building teams, managing and training people
At least 10 years of machining experience
Associate degree in a manufacturing field or a certificate from a Trade or Technical school in manufacturing
Extensive knowledge of dimensional inspection practices (GD&T, CMM, Hand Tools)
Working knowledge of CNC programming
Skilled in 6S maintenance and Root Cause Analysis with experience in implementing long-term corrective actions
Highly organized and self-motivated, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing or stressful situations independently
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and basic computer skills
Ability to bend, stoop, squat, twist, and lift up to and including 60 lbs. unassisted – Assistance is always required when lifting anything weighing more than 60 lbs.
Preferred
Current knowledge of tooling for best practice of material removal
Skilled in applying continuous improvement practices
Experience with purchasing and negotiating capital investments
Experience with interviewing, hiring, disciplining employees, and executing employee reviews
Knowledge of CAM software preferred
Benefits we offer to enhance your lifestyle:
On-site gym and running trail
Climate controlled machine shop environment
Health & Wellness Programs including mental, physical, and financial (on-site yoga, meditation, seminars, flu shots, biometrics screening, annual 5K, waste pick up events, etc.)
Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
Recycling program, solar panels, and electric vehicle plug in station
Paid time off
401(k) with employer match
Office-wide events
Employee recognition programs
Ernst & Young LLP - Entrepreneur Of The Year® East Central Award to Kurt J. Lesker IV
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Kurt J Lesker Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. KJLC is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities (unless doing so will result in undue hardship). If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to our human resources department at hr@lesker.com or call (412) 387-9200 to provide the nature of your request.
The Kurt J. Lesker Company is a dynamic, rapidly growing international manufacturer and distributor of thin film deposition systems and components for the vacuum technology market. Our products are used in a variety of applications including semiconductor, space exploration, automotive, solar, medical devices, and several other world-changing technologies. We pride ourselves on our strong team culture and dedication to sustainability, which has enabled us to continue to innovate and expand year after year. As a privately held company, we are able to focus on the long term and invest in the future, which has allowed us to stay at the cutting edge while providing stability and growth for our employees for the last 70 years. Join us and be a part of something truly special.