CNC Manufacturing Lead ​/ Production Supervisor

CNC Manufacturing Lead / Production Supervisor

ZEV Technologies Centralia, WA

Full-Time

This position will be filled at either the CNC Manufacturing Lead or Production Supervisor level based on the experience, technical ability, and leadership background of the selected candidate.

ZEV Technologies is seeking an experienced CNC manufacturing leader to oversee daily operations within our precision machining department.

This is a hands-on leadership position responsible for production execution, employee development, quality, and maintaining an efficient manufacturing operation. The successful candidate is expected to spend the majority of their time on the manufacturing floor supporting operators, coordinating production activities, resolving manufacturing issues, and maintaining production flow.

This position carries significant responsibility for the daily performance of the manufacturing floor and is expected to establish the standard for professionalism, accountability, quality, and execution.

• Lead the daily activities of the CNC manufacturing department.
• Monitor production throughout the shift to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
• Coordinate daily priorities to support customer delivery commitments.
• Maintain a strong presence on the production floor and provide direction as production priorities change.
• Promote accountability, teamwork, and professionalism throughout the department.

• Train, mentor, and develop machinists and operators.
• Establish clear performance expectations and hold employees accountable to company standards.
• Provide coaching and constructive feedback to support employee development.
• Address performance concerns promptly and professionally.
• Foster an environment built on communication, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

• Support machine setups and production as required.
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, setup, work holding, and process-related issues.
• Assist operators in identifying root causes of manufacturing problems.
• Work with engineering and programming to resolve technical issues requiring additional support.
• Implement corrective actions that improve long-term process stability and repeatability.

• Reinforce quality standards throughout the manufacturing process.
• Monitor scrap, rework, and recurring manufacturing issues.
• Ensure manufacturing processes and work instructions are consistently followed.
• Support root cause investigations and corrective actions.
• Maintain a manufacturing environment where quality is built into the process rather than inspected in afterward.

• Identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency.
• Improve workflow, machine utilization, and manufacturing consistency.
• Recommend and implement process improvements.
• Support the development of standardized manufacturing practices.

• Minimum 5 years of CNC machining experience in a production manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience in a leadership role such as Lead Machinist, CNC Manufacturing Lead, Cell Lead, Shift Lead, Production Lead, Production Supervisor, Manufacturing Supervisor, Shop Supervisor, or similar position.
• Demonstrated ability to lead employees, maintain accountability, and support team development.
• Strong understanding of CNC machining, machine setup, tooling, work holding, offsets, feeds and speeds, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Experience using precision inspection equipment including micrometers, calipers, indicators, and gauges.
• Strong communication, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to prioritize work and respond effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Experience with Horizontal Machining Centers (HMCs).
• Experience with Vertical Machining Centers (VMCs).
• Experience with 4-axis and 5-axis machining.
• Experience with CNC EDM.
• Experience implementing process improvements.
• Experience with ERP systems (Odoo preferred).
• Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement experience.

Manufacturing presents new challenges every day. Equipment issues, quality concerns, schedule changes, production interruptions, and customer priorities require timely decisions and effective leadership.

The successful candidate approaches those situations with professionalism, sound judgment, and a sense of ownership. They communicate effectively, support their team, make informed decisions, and maintain production while upholding quality and safety standards.

This position requires someone who leads by example, develops the people around them, and accepts responsibility for the performance of the manufacturing department.

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Ongoing training and development
• Opportunities for advancement