Employment Type: Full-Time | Exempt
Reports To: Director of Manufacturing Operations
Travel: Up to 10%
Position Summary
Responsible for overseeing daily operations of a precision gear manufacturing cell, ensuring production of high-quality aerospace components in compliance with customer, regulatory, and industry standards. Leads a team of machinists and technicians while driving safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Production & Operations
Plan and schedule production to meet delivery targets
Optimize workflow, machine utilization, and throughput
Oversee gear manufacturing processes (hobbing, shaping, grinding)
Coordinate with Engineering, Planning, and Quality to resolve issues
Ensure proper documentation and material traceability
Aerospace Gear Shop Supervisor
Lead, mentor, and manage a team of 10-20 employees
Conduct performance reviews and support training initiatives
Drive communication across shifts and promote team accountability
Quality & Compliance
Ensure compliance with AS9100, NADCAP, and customer requirements
Review inspections and lead root cause & corrective actions (CAPA)
Support audits, customer inspections, and regulatory standards (FAA, ITAR)
Safety & Continuous Improvement
Enforce OSHA and safety standards; lead incident investigations
Drive Lean, 5S, and Six Sigma initiatives
Track KPIs (OTD, scrap, cycle time, efficiency) and improve performance
Qualifications
5+ years in gear manufacturing or aerospace machining
2+ years in a supervisory/lead role
Strong knowledge of gear cutting (hobbing, shaping, grinding)
Proficient in GD&T and engineering drawings (ASME Y14.5)
Experience with AS9100 / ISO 9001 and ERP/MRP systems
Strong leadership and problem-solving skills
Preferred
Degree in Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering or related field
AGMA certification, NADCAP experience
Lean / Six Sigma certification
Experience with CMM and gear inspection systems
Exposure to aerospace/defense programs
Working Conditions
Manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, fluids, and machinery
Standing for extended periods; lifting up to 50 lbs
PPE required; occasional overtime/weekends
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary + performance bonus
Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
401(k) with match
PTO, holidays, and career development support