Machine Shop Production Supervisor II

• Location 2899 DOWD DR,Santa Rosa, CA, 95407,United States
• Base Pay $35.44 - $51.00 / Hour
• Job Category Production
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt
• Manage Others Yes

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Blentech Corporation is seeking a seasoned Machine Shop Production Supervisor II to lead our Santa Rosa machine shop operations. In this critical leadership role, you will bridge the gap between complex engineering designs and physical production, ensuring our custom food processing equipment meets the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency. We are looking for an expert who can mentor a diverse team while maintaining hands-on technical involvement in high-precision machining.

• Production Leadership: Direct daily activities, assign tasks based on skill level, and manage the shop floor schedule in coordination with Project Managers to meet strict deadlines
• Technical Oversight: Perform first-article inspections to ensure tight tolerances and surface finishes match CAD drawings. Provide "over-the-shoulder" guidance for complex setups on CNC mills, lathes, and manual machines
• Process Improvement: Identify production bottlenecks and implement Lean Manufacturing Principals or improved machining strategies to increase throughput
• Safety & Maintenance: Enforce rigorous safety protocols (PPE, LOTO) in accordance with Cal/OSHA standards and oversee preventative maintenance (PM) schedules for all machinery
• Team Development: Lead and train a team of 6+ machinists, conducting performance reviews and fostering a culture of continuous professional growth
• Inventory Management: Manage the procurement of raw materials, specialized tooling, and inserts while maintaining an organized inventory

• Experience: 15+ years of experience in manufacturing and supervisory roles
• Technical Mastery: Expert-level proficiency in CNC programming (G-code), CAD/CAM software (Mastercam, Fusion 360), and reading blueprints/GD&T
• Materials Expertise: Deep understanding of machining stainless steel and food-grade alloys
• Leadership
  
  Skills:
  
  Proven ability to resolve conflicts, manage priorities, and drive a high-performance culture
• Communication: Effective verbal and written communication skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and G-Suite
• Environment: Workshop environment at a desk, near a manufacturing floor with moderate to loud noise levels Flexibility for occasional weekends, evening work, or travel as required
• Physical Activity: Ability to stand for long periods, sit, walk, climb stairs, and occasionally lift up to 40 pounds
• Ability to stand for long periods and walk/work in a workshop environment close to the manufacturing floor
• Vision: Visual acuity for close work, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

• Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision for the employee are 100% company paid and $150.00 annual boot allowance
• Retirement: 401(k) retirement plan with company match after 6 months of employment

Opportunities to travel to customer sites and oversee the startup of cutting-edge food processing facilities

• Time Off: PTO accrual
• Schedule: Full-Time, on-site in Santa Rosa, CA. Occasional weekend/evening work and travel may be required based on project needs
• A collaborative culture with customized career development tracks designed to help you grow with us

This is an on-site position. Candidates must live within driving distance of our Santa Rosa, CA office.

We look forward to hearing from you!

We are not accepting international candidates and are not open to recruiters.

Blentech Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Employment relationships are at-will, and job descriptions are subject to change at management's discretion.