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CNC Supervisor

Howmet Aerospace

Berea, OH

  • Onsite
  • Full Time
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About the role

  • Lead, coach, and develop CNC machinists, operators, and setup technicians to achieve production, quality, and safety goals. 
  • Coordinate daily production activities, machine loading, shift priorities, and workflow to meet delivery requirements. 
  • Oversee CNC setup, operation, troubleshooting, tooling optimization, and multi‑axis machining activities (3+2, 5‑axis preferred). 
  • Review and validate CNC programs (G‑code), tool lists, and fixturing; collaborate with programmers to optimize cycle times and material usage. 
  • Ensure adherence to engineering drawings, GD&T requirements, work instructions, and control plans. 
  • Implement and maintain quality control processes including in‑process inspection, SPC, CMM routines, and containment of nonconforming parts. 
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Kaizen, 5S, SMED) to reduce waste, improve throughput, and enhance process stability. 
  • Coordinate preventive maintenance schedules and partner with maintenance teams to minimize downtime and maintain machine health. 
  • Maintain accurate production documentation, machine logs, inspection reports, and performance metrics. 
  • Foster a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and high‑performance. 
  • 5+ years of CNC machining experience, including advanced multi‑axis machining, tooling, work holding, and troubleshooting. 
  • Proven supervisory or leadership experience in a CNC or high‑volume production environment. 
  • Strong proficiency in blueprint reading, GD&T, precision measurement tools (micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, CMM). 
  • Experience with CNC programming or program validation (Fanuc, Mastercam, CAM software). 
  • Demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, and develop employees while maintaining accountability and performance standards. 
  • Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot machining, tooling, and workflow issues. 
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and manufacturing systems. 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with 5‑axis machining, aerospace components, or tight‑tolerance production environments. 
  • Familiarity with Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement systems, and data‑driven production management. 
  • CAD/CAM experience (SolidWorks, Mastercam, NX, or similar). 

Physical Requirements: 

  • Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time. 
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds regularly 
  • Walking - frequently 
  • Using hands to finger, handle, or feel - almost continuously 
  • Reaching with hands and arms - almost continuously