Machine Shop Supervisor

What You'll Do

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of machinists, ensuring safe, efficient, and accurate production.
• Plan and assign workloads to support customer requirements and production schedules.
• Provide technical guidance and support on machining processes, setups, and equipment operation.
• Train, mentor, and develop machinists, fostering growth in technical skills and problem-solving.
• Monitor workflow and quality, addressing issues quickly to minimize downtime and rework.
• Partner with engineering, quality, and production teams to ensure parts meet specifications and timelines.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient machine shop environment.

• Education/Experience
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  High school diploma or GED required. Technical degree or journeyman machinist certification preferred. Minimum 3–5 years of machining experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Skills
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  Strong knowledge of machining principles, blueprint reading, GD&T, and precision measuring equipment. Effective leadership, coaching, and communication skills. Ability to organize work, solve problems, and make decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Other Requirements
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  Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments.

At Van-Am, our people are our strength. We offer:

• Competitive pay with shift differential opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401K)
• Paid time off and company-paid holidays
• A 4-day work week (Monday–Thursday) for most shifts
• Opportunities for growth and advancement in a stable, family-oriented environment

If you are a skilled leader with machining expertise and a passion for driving results, we invite you to apply and grow with Van-Am.

As a federal government contractor, Van-Am Tool & Engineering is required to maintain a drug-free workplace under the Drug-Free Workplace Act. As part of the hiring process, all candidates who receive a conditional job offer must undergo a pre-employment drug test, which includes testing for marijuana, regardless of state legalization.

Testing is conducted after a job offer is extended, and results are kept confidential. A positive result may impact the final offer of employment. Van-Am complies with all applicable Federal, State (including Missouri and Iowa), and DOT regulations, where relevant.

Van-Am 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 veteran status.