Production Supervisor

Metcut Research is a full-service firm with significant, world-leading experience in testing materials. We have been providing excellence in materials testing since 1948. For over 75 years, our expertise has propelled innovation across aerospace, space, transportation, energy, and medical industries.

Our people are at the heart of our success and the foundation of our strategy for the future. We believe that long-term, sustained success only results from investment in people. Each member of our workforce is an important financial stakeholder in our business. We know that it is our people who differentiate us in our chosen field of materials evaluation.

The Production Supervisor oversees the daily operations and technical direction of the specimen preparation and machining department. This role is responsible for ensuring that all production activities align with safety protocols, quality standards, and customer specifications. The supervisor drives operational efficiency, maintains compliance with testing requirements, and supports continuous improvement initiatives to meet departmental and organizational goals.

The ideal candidate will possess strong aerospace manufacturing experience, exceptional analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate across Manufacturing, Engineering and Testing departments, to ensure efficient workflow, optimized resource utilization, and on-time customer delivery.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Lead, supervise, and mentor team members by planning, assigning, and overseeing daily operational tasks.

• Ensure all personnel are properly trained in safety protocols, quality standards, and operational procedures.
• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive training and cross-training plans, including accurate documentation of training records.
• Manage daily production schedules and communicate any changes or issues promptly to relevant stakeholders.
• Collaborate effectively with Engineering, Testing, and other departments to coordinate manufacturing activities.
• Foster a high-performance culture by motivating team members and ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and productivity expectations.
• Address performance gaps through documented disciplinary actions and clear communication with affected employees.
• Participate in and conduct performance evaluations to support employee development and accountability.
• Identify process inefficiencies and bottlenecks, recommending and implementing improvements to enhance workflow and productivity.
• Coordinate maintenance activities in alignment with production schedules to minimize downtime.
• Assess and communicate needs for shop equipment, tooling, and fixtures to support operational efficiency.
• Support and help drive continuous improvement initiatives across the department.
• Monitor usage and inventory levels of small materials to ensure availability and cost control.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to shop personnel to ensure consistent quality and operational excellence.

This job description in no way implies that the duties listed here are the only ones the employee can be required to perform. The employee is expected to perform other tasks as dictated by their manager or supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• 10+ years of machining experience
• 5+ years of supervisory experience
• Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills, adaptable to various audiences
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong time management and task prioritization for both self and team
• Ability to implement cost-saving strategies and manage inventory effectively
• Comfortable in dynamic, fast-changing work environments and responsive to customer needs
• Skilled in identifying problems and applying contingency plans to resolve them
• Acute attention to detail and ability to perform tasks in an organized, methodical manner
• Capable of motivating and guiding others to meet performance goals

We welcome enthusiastic, dedicated, and innovative individuals with a comprehensive benefits package including competitive pay, ESOP - Employee Stock Ownership Plan, medical, dental and vision insurance, short-term and long-term disability, life and accidental death insurance, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, 401K match plan, bonus plan and paid vacation. We also offer challenging work and the opportunity to be a valued member of our growing and profitable team! We will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.