Supervisor - Production

Position

Production Supervisor – CNC / VMC Machining

Experience

3 to 5 Years

Educational Qualification

• Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
  

Job Purpose

To supervise CNC and VMC machining operations, ensure timely production as per customer requirements, optimize machine utilization, maintain quality standards, and drive continuous improvement initiatives in the machining shop.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise daily CNC and VMC machining operations for precision-machined components.
  
• Plan and execute production activities as per customer requirements and production schedules.
  
• Allocate machines, operators, setters, tools, and fixtures to achieve production targets.
  
• Monitor production output, cycle time, machine utilization, productivity, and rejection levels.
  
• Ensure machining activities are performed as per approved drawings, process sheets, work instructions, and quality requirements.
  
• Coordinate first-piece approval and inspection activities before mass production.
  
• Analyze and resolve machining-related quality issues and process deviations.
  
• Monitor tool life, tooling conditions, machine offsets, and dimensional control.
  
• Coordinate with Quality, Planning, Maintenance, Tool Room, and Production teams for smooth operations.
  
• Support new product introduction and part prove-out activities.
  
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, fixture, and process-related issues to minimize downtime.
  
• Maintain production, inspection, traceability, and machine utilization records.
  
• Train operators and setters on standard operating procedures, safety practices, and quality requirements.
  
• Drive 5S, Kaizen, productivity improvement, OEE enhancement, and rejection reduction initiatives.
  
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and company operational standards.
  

Required Skills & Technical Competencies

• Strong knowledge of CNC and VMC machining operations
  
• Experience in Part Prove-Out and Process Validation
  
• Troubleshooting of machining and production-related issues
  
• Working knowledge of CNC Programming and program modifications
  
• Manpower planning and shop-floor workforce management
  
• Knowledge of cutting tools, fixtures, gauges, and machining parameters
  
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and GD&T requirements
  
• First-piece inspection and process control knowledge
  
• Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Action implementation
  
• Knowledge of production planning and machine capacity utilization
  
• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and Kaizen practices
  
• Strong documentation and reporting skills
  

Preferred Knowledge

• AS9100D Quality Management System
  
• Aerospace, Defence, Precision Machining, Automotive, or Engineering Manufacturing industries
  
• Knowledge of SPC, Process Capability, and Continuous Improvement methodologies
  
• Experience working with ERP systems and production tracking tools
  

Key Competencies

• Leadership and team management
  
• Problem-solving and decision-making
  
• Production planning and execution
  
• Quality-focused approach
  
• Effective communication and coordination
  
• Result-oriented and proactive mindset