Machine Shop Supervisor bei Antenna Research Associates, Inc.

Company Overview

ARA is a leading C5ISR company that designs, manufactures, tests and installs innovative technologies that provide the national security community with unparalleled situational awareness, threat detection, and communications capabilities.

Our disruptive, integrated solutions, assemblies and subsystems rise to the challenging demands of discerning, mission-critical customers.

We leverage our capabilities to meet and exceed the requirements of our customers and empower them to remain ahead of evolving threats and complexities in a dynamic security landscape.

Job Summary

The Machine Shop Supervisor will oversee daily operations of the machine shop, ensuring efficient workflow, high-quality output, and adherence to safety and productivity standards. This position is responsible for supervising machinists, operators, welders, and technical staff while coordinating with engineering and production teams to meet project timelines and product specifications. The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills, advanced machining knowledge, and a commitment to continuous improvement and team development.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Supervise, schedule, and coordinate the daily activities of machinists, CNC operators, welders, and other machine shop personnel.
• Monitor workload distribution to ensure optimal productivity and adherence to project deadlines.
• Train, coach, and mentor team members on best practices, machine operation, safety procedures, and quality standards.
• Oversee setup, programming, and operation of manual and CNC machines, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Review work orders, engineering drawings, and production schedules to prioritize tasks and allocate resources.
• Collaborate with engineering and quality assurance to ensure parts meet all technical and customer specifications.
• Ensure routine and preventive maintenance is performed on all machinery and equipment to minimize downtime.
• Identify and troubleshoot production issues, recommend process improvements, and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by enforcing company safety policies and procedures.
• Track and report shop performance metrics including throughput, downtime, quality, and on-time delivery.
• Evaluate employee performance and provide feedback and guidance to foster growth and accountability.
• Assist in hiring, onboarding, and training of new team members as needed.
• Maintain inventory of shop supplies, materials, and tooling; coordinate procurement with purchasing.
• Serve as the point of contact for cross-functional teams and communicate status updates effectively.

Position Qualifications

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Competency Statements

• Adaptability - Adapts to change, open to new ideas and responsibilities
• Communication - Ability to communicate thoughts clearly, both oral and written in an honest, open and timely manner
• Job Knowledge - Understands facets of job, aware of duties and responsibilities, keeps job knowledge current
• Technical Skill - Possesses the knowledge and skills needed to perform a job or role effectively
• Dependability - Meets deadlines, works independently or in a team environment, is accountable, maintains focus, good attendance record
• Quality - Strives to eliminate errors, accurate work is a priority, seeks opportunities to improve products
• Ethics - Honest, accountable, maintains confidentiality
• Initiative / Take Ownership - Takes action, seeks new opportunities, strives to see projects to completion, meaning own your job and see it through
• Customer Focus - Understands and can meet the needs in a customer-centric (Internal and External) environment and build strong relationships. Promotes a positive image of the company and strives to solve issues raised by customers

Experience and Skills

• 10+ years of experience in machining, including CNC and manual operations.
• Minimum 3+ years in a supervisory or lead machinist role in a machine shop environment.
• Extensive knowledge of machining processes, tooling, shop math, and metal properties.
• Proficient in interpreting engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications.
• Strong understanding of CNC programming, setup, and troubleshooting (e.g., Mastercam, G-code).
• Experience with a variety of machines including CNC lathes, mills, and grinders.
• Experience with non-metal materials such as G10 Fiberglass and polycarbonate materials a plus.
• Familiarity with welding and fabrication processes is a plus.
• Experience implementing and maintaining safety and quality control procedures.
• Experience working in ISO production environment in DOD workspace.

Education

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)
• Technical Certification or Associate’s Degree preferred 

Antenna Research Associates, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to a policy of non-discrimination and affirmative action. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.