2nd shift Machining Supervisor

Position: 2nd shift Machining Supervisor - 5pm - 3am
Location: Pleasant Hill

2nd shift Machining Supervisor - 5pm - 3am

$90000 - $100000 per year | Pleasant Hill, MO | On-site | Permanent

Well-established, stable manufacturer in need of strong, positive leadership style 2nd shift Supervisor for Machining team - great stability, leadership, growth and benefits! A bit about us:

We are a 30yr old US-based manufacturer offering stability, growth, work/life balance, and a great team!

Why join us?

We pride ourselves on our people and offer strong benefits, PTO, work/life balance, and career longevity while working alongside talented, experienced, and collaborative team members.

Job Details

Job Details

Take the lead in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where precision, continuous improvement, and strong teamwork drive success. This permanent, second-shift opportunity offers the chance to guide machining operations, develop skilled employees, and make a direct impact on safety, quality, delivery, and productivity.

The schedule is 5:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m (currently working OT, but will ease up - now working Saturdays 8hrs). We are seeking a hands-on leader with at least 5 years of relevant manufacturing or machining experience, including 4 or more years of leadership experience. Bring your technical expertise and improvement mindset to a team focused on machining excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead second-shift machining operations, coordinating staffing, equipment, and workflow to meet production schedules and quality requirements.
• Coach, mentor, and develop machinists and production team members, setting clear expectations and building accountability.
• Promote a safety-first culture through consistent enforcement of procedures, proactive hazard identification, and employee engagement.
• Oversee CNC machining processes, partnering with engineering and quality teams to improve process stability, precision, and efficiency.
• Drive 5S practices to maintain an organized, clean, and productive manufacturing environment.
• Apply Lean Six Sigma and Black Belt-level problem-solving methods to reduce waste, improve throughput, and minimize scrap and rework.
• Investigate production and quality issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions that prevent recurrence.
• Monitor key performance indicators and communicate shift results, production risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Coordinate with maintenance to address equipment issues and reduce unplanned downtime.
• Ensure accurate production documentation and effective handoffs between shifts.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of relevant experience in manufacturing or machining operations.
• At least 4 years of leadership experience supervising teams in a production environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification or equivalent demonstrated expertise in leading structured improvement projects.
• Experience with aluminum machining processes and associated quality and production requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to implement and sustain 5S practices.
• Strong experience conducting root cause analysis and implementing effective corrective actions.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, machining specifications, and production requirements.
• Strong communication, team development, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work the permanent second-shift schedule of 5:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.