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Posted August 05, 2026

Supervisor and Set-up Lead

Private Company
Mentor, OH, US Full Time
25USD - 35USD per hour

Job Description

Job Description

We are in need of 1 - 1st shift and 1 - 2nd shift Supervisor Set-up Lead.

Number 1 priority: Set-up time reduction and machine up-time are the main priorities of this role.

Job Responsibilities:

· Responsible for ensuring production commitments are met and compliant with all policies, procedures, and work instructions.

· Responsible for the safety, quality, and performance of those working in the machine shop.

· Responsible for directing machine shop operations & material.

· Participate in daily shift communication meetings to discuss issues and priorities with prior and following shifts.

· Lead set-ups to completion utilizing machine operators and other resources to get the job done in the shortest amount of time possible.

· After 48 hours (2 days) you need to take charge of the set-up and finish it with or without them.

· Update set-up sheets (if necessary) in set-up binder before teardowns.

· Troubleshoot machine issues as needed to keep down-time to a minimum.

· Perform visual part check, at each work center, at least 2 times per shift: part mark, caps, saw burrs, inside burrs, thread depth, and other cosmetic issues, etc.

· Review machine operator stats for your area of responsibility.

· Run the machines when machine operators are absent when time allows.

· Check cycle-times on machines daily.

· Make improvements to set-ups and cycle-times.

· Perform machine operator training and hourly checks as needed.

· Move people to priority machines and keep them staffed.

· Determine machine operators’ capabilities using the 3, 6, 9, 11-week evaluation sheets prior to being hired.

· Ensure daily, weekly, and monthly checks on are being performed on the machines.

· Ensure weekly/Monthly machine PM's are being performed.

· Identify drill/tapping heads that need repaired and coordinate with maintenance.

· Identify pumps and motors that need repaired or replaced due to leaks or bearing issues and coordinate with maintenance.

· Ensure tools are in shadow boards of each toolbox.

· You will be evaluated based on how well your team performs.

· Handle other assignments as determined by management.

Qualifications:

· Must have people skills and previous supervision experience.

· Must have excellent organization, planning, communication, and documentation skills.

· Successful track record of working in cross-functionally

· Must have proven machining experience.

· Strong computer, verbal, and written communication skills
Must have a strong understanding of machining fundamentals and machine shop best practices.

· Must have computer skills such as AutoCAD/Inventor, SQL, MS Excel, MS Access, MS Visio.

· Must be able to touch-type at least 40 wpm.

Position Type: Full-Time

Required Education: High school diploma or GED. Technical Bachelor Degree preferred.

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