CNC Swiss Lathe Supervisor

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Are you an experienced CNC machining professional with a passion for leadership, precision manufacturing, and continuous improvement? Our client, a well-established precision manufacturing organization in the Rochester, NY area, is seeking a Production Supervisor to lead a skilled team of machinists while overseeing the day-to-day operations of a fast-paced shop environment.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a hands-on manufacturing leader who enjoys mentoring employees, solving complex machining challenges, improving efficiencies, and ensuring the highest standards of quality for aerospace and other highly regulated industries. If you thrive in an environment where precision, accountability, innovation, and teamwork are valued, we'd love to speak with you, apply today!

CNC Supervisor - (Aviation / Aerospace / Defense & Government Industry)
Multiple Positions Available!

Base Pay Rate: $70,000 to $100,000/yr. plus overtime compensation, and shift differential % for B shift only, on top of base rate.
Position Type: Direct Hire
Location: Rochester, NY
Shift Schedule: Monday-Friday (A & B Shifts Available)
Position: Full-Time

Overtime: Available, if needed

A Shift: Monday through Friday (7 or 7:30AM) to (3:30pm or 4pm) est

B Shift: Monday through Friday (3pm to 11:30pm) or (2:00pm to 10:30pm)

Job Summary:

As the CNC Supervisor, you will be responsible for the daily leadership, scheduling, technical support, performance reviews, meeting production timelines, and operational performance of the CNC Lathe machining department. You'll work closely with CNC Lathe Machinists, Swiss Operators, Programmers, Engineering, Quality, and Production scheduling team to ensure customer requirements are met while maintaining exceptional quality, safety, and productivity standards. Lead and supervise a team of CNC Lathe Operators, Setup Machinists, Programmers ensuring quality standards are being met. Conduct performance reviews, disciplinary actions, as needed, managing shift schedules, production floor scheduling assistance, as needed.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead the daily operations of the machining Department to achieve production schedules, delivery commitments, and departmental performance goals.
  
• Coordinate workflow, staffing, machine capacity, and priorities to maximize productivity while maintaining quality standards.
  
• Monitor production throughout each shift and proactively address bottlenecks that could impact customer deliveries.
  
• Evaluate workloads and adjust staffing and machine utilization based on changing production demands.
  
• Track department performance using key production metrics and recommend improvements.
  
• Ensure all machined components meet engineering drawings, customer specifications, and aerospace quality requirements.
  
• Verify compliance with blueprint specifications, geometric dimensions and tolerance (GD&T), and process documentation.
  
• Support first article inspections, in-process inspections, and final inspections as required.
  
• Drive initiatives focused on reducing scrap, rework, and non-conforming product.
  
• Promote a culture of quality and continuous process verification throughout production.
  
• Provide day-to-day leadership, coaching, mentoring, and technical guidance to CNC machinists and operators.
  
• Assign work based on production priorities, employee skill level, and machine availability.
  
• Train new employees while supporting the continued development of experienced machinists.
  
• Assist with employee performance evaluations, skill development plans, and cross-training initiatives.
  
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and accountable team environment focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
  

Requirements

• Must be able to Program, set up, troubleshoot, and optimize CNC Swiss Lathe machines for complex machined components.
  
• Over 6 years of experience operating, setting up, and programming CNC Swiss Lathe machines.
  
• 3 years of prior CNC Supervisory experience, required.
  
• Skilled with precision measuring equipment and tools, required.
  
• Must have prior supervisory experience responsible for managing various CNC shift schedules, ensuring coverage, performance reviews, training and mentoring machinists, ensuring quality output and machine uptime is being met.
  
• Must be able to edit and improve CNC programs utilizing G-code and M-code while identifying opportunities to reduce cycle times and improve process efficiency.
  
• Select appropriate tooling, cutting parameters, fixtures, and machining strategies to maximize productivity and tool life.
  
• Troubleshoot machining issues, equipment malfunctions, tooling concerns, and process inconsistencies while minimizing downtime.
  
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering to improve machining processes, manufacturability, and production efficiency.
  
• Able to read and interpret engineering blueprints, GD&T to meet customer specifications.
  
• High School Diploma, GED, is required. Technical School or Vocational Training and/or Certification, desired.
  
• Must be able to commute to the office daily. (Rochester, NY)
  
• Able to read and interpret engineering blueprints and schematics.
  

Total Rewards Include

• Competitive base rate, based on experience
  
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  
• Company-paid Life Insurance
  
• 401(k) Plan, with employer matching contributions
  
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  
• Career advancement opportunities
  
• Ongoing technical training and professional development
  
• Modern, climate-controlled manufacturing facility
  
• Stable, growing organization serving highly regulated industries
  

Apply Today!

Equal Opportunity Employer: Cure Consulting Solutions, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, domestic violence victim status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Reasonable Accommodation: Cure Consulting Solutions, LLC is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in the job application process and, where appropriate, during employment. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the application or hiring process should contact Cure at .

Pay Transparency: In accordance with New York State pay transparency requirements, the expected compensation range for this position is $70k/yr. to $100k/yr. The actual rate offered will be based on job-related factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and business needs. This position may also be eligible for benefits and employee perks in addition to base pay compensation. This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned and hired by our client as their employer for this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, qualifications, or working conditions. Cure Consulting Solutions, LLC does not charge any recruiting or service fees to candidates; all fees are employer paid only.