CNC Shop Supervisor

Kurt J Lesker Company•Jefferson Hills, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The CNC Shop Supervisor is responsible for hands‑on machining and day‑to-da y supervision of the shop to ensure quality, efficiency, and on‑time delivery. This role will set up and operate CNC equipment —including Haas Automation TL‑1 CNC lathe, VF‑4 CNC mill, and the plasma table—while providing leadership, training, and workflow coordination for the team.

Requirements

5–10 years of experience in manual and CNC machining, inspection processes, and final detailing of precision components
Strong working knowledge of GD&T and ability to interpret engineering drawings
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to bend, stoop, squat, twist, and lift up to 60 lbs unassisted (assistance required for items over 60 lbs)

Nice To Haves

5+ years of supervisory or lead experience
Mastercam programming knowledge
3–5 years of welding experience, specifically GTAW (TIG) processes
Experience with components used in vacuum technology is strongly preferred.
Experience using a helium mass spectrometer leak detector
Working knowledge of gas tungsten arc welding and machining of materials used in vacuum technology
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

Responsibilities

Set up and operate CNC and manual machining equipment, including Haas TL‑1 lathe, VF‑4 mill, and plasma table
Supervise shop personnel to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production
Write, edit, and optimize CNC programs; use Haas Visual Part Programming for simple operations and Mastercam for more complex operations
Plan, prioritize, and manage workflow to support production schedules and on time delivery
Provide technical leadership, training, and troubleshooting support to the team
Coordinate with Supply Chain to ensure timely availability of materials, tooling, and department supplies
Enforce work instructions, safety requirements, company policies, and 6S methodology
Perform layout, setup, machining (manual and CNC), and tool setting to manufacture components for vacuum deposition equipment
Interpret and apply GD&T requirements
Select, deploy, and properly use inserts, fixtures, and tooling
Inspect finished components using precision measuring instruments to verify conformance to specifications
Perform leak detection and evaluation using established quality methods and processes
Perform preventive maintenance on equipment per manufacturer guidelines
Maintain appropriate inventory levels of tooling and fixtures
Perform other duties as assigned