Shift Supervisor - Weekend Shift

POSITION OVERVIEW The Shift Supervisor is a front-line leadership role responsible for directing all assigned-shift production activities across Coastal Machine’s CNC turning, 3/4-axis, and 5-axis milling cells. This role is the primary point of accountability for shift safety, on-time delivery, quality compliance, and workforce performance.

This is not a supervisory role in name only. The Shift Supervisor is expected to drive accountability, eliminate production constraints, develop cell leads, and serve as a key driver of the cultural and operational standards required to compete and win in aerospace and defense manufacturing.



 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Production Ownership & Throughput

• Own shift OTD (On-Time Delivery) performance; hold cell leads accountable to daily and weekly output targets
• Review the ProShop production schedule each morning; identify capacity gaps, tooling shortfalls, or material risks before they impact throughput
• Monitor Datanomix utilization data in real time; intervene on underperforming cells and document corrective actions
• Coordinate job sequencing with the scheduling team to maximize machine uptime and minimize queue time between operations
• Ensure all jobs running on shift are properly set up, documented in ProShop, and traveler-compliant before cutting begins

Quality & Compliance Leadership

• Enforce AS9100 Rev D and ISO 9001 work instruction compliance on every job — no exceptions for schedule pressure
• Ensure First Article Inspection (FAI) requirements are communicated to operators and CMM team before first-off parts are released
• Review and sign off on non-conformance reports (NCRs); initiate corrective/preventive action (CAPA) where required
• Champion FOD (Foreign Object Debris) awareness and control procedures, particularly on Space and Defense programs
• Actively reinforce a “quality first” culture where operators are empowered to stop production rather than pass nonconforming parts

Team Leadership & Workforce Development

• Directly supervise Cell Leads across all CNC cells on assigned shift; conduct regular 1:1s and provide real-time performance coaching
• Identify high-potential operators for advancement into Cell Lead or setup roles as the company scales through the growth plan
• Conduct daily shift startup meetings: communicate schedule priorities, safety topics, and quality alerts
• Hold team members accountable through consistent, documented performance feedback; escalate HR matters appropriately
• Partner with the oncoming Shift Supervisor on handoff protocol — written shift reports, open job status, and tooling/material flags are non-negotiable

Safety & Housekeeping

• Lead daily 5S walkthrough and enforce shop floor housekeeping standards across all cells
• Conduct or delegate weekly safety observations; ensure all incidents and near-misses are documented same-day
• Verify all operators are using required PPE and are trained on machine-specific safety procedures
• Participate in and support OSHA compliance reviews and safety audits

Continuous Improvement

• Identify and surface recurring production inefficiencies, setup bottlenecks, and machine downtime patterns to Engineering and Management
• Lead or support Kaizen/improvement initiatives on the shop floor; document results and sustain gains
• Participate in capacity planning discussions as Coastal Machine adds machines and headcount.
• Provide direct input into tooling standardization, work instruction improvement, and ProShop workflow optimization

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

 

• 5+ years of hands-on CNC machining experience in a precision manufacturing environment (turning and/or milling)
• 2+ years in a lead, supervisory, or senior operator role with direct people responsibility
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and work instructions
• Working knowledge of AS9100, API Q1, or ISO 9001 quality management requirements in a production setting
• Proficient with ERP/MES systems for job tracking, scheduling, and documentation (ProShop experience a plus)
• Strong communication skills — written and verbal — across operator, lead, and management levels
• Track record of driving OTD, quality, and efficiency metrics on a production shift

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

 

• Direct experience in Aerospace, Defense, or Space manufacturing environments
• Familiarity with ITAR-controlled environments and program documentation requirements
• Experience with Datanomix or similar machine monitoring/OEE platforms
• Background in 5-axis milling operations or complex turning cell supervision
• Demonstrated experience coaching and developing frontline talent in a growth-stage shop

Benefits:
100% Employer paid health insurance for employee
50% Employer paid health insurance for employee's family
3% Match on IRA
56 Hours of PTO to Start
Dental, Vision, Life, Short-Term and Long Term Disability available
20% Premium for Weekend Shift Pay
Hours - Friday, Saturday, Sunday - 12 Hours a Day - Paid For 40 hours