Production Machine Shop Supervisor 2nd Shift in Valencia, California at ITT Aerospace Controls LLC

The Machine Shop Supervisor leads a team of Machinists within a large-scale production facility, overseeing the effective deployment of personnel, equipment, and resources. This position emphasizes disciplined execution, problem-solving, and continuous process improvement to achieve operational and financial objectives. This position is assigned to the 2nd shift, with a schedule of 3:30 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.

Military veterans experienced in leading teams are strongly encouraged to apply.

Operations & Execution

• Execute established operational procedures to ensure consistent and reliable production performance.
• Monitor production schedules and ensure timely completion of work to meet delivery commitments.
• Manage personnel assignments, equipment availability, and tooling readiness to sustain operational effectiveness.
• Assign and supervise work activities, ensuring compliance with technical specifications and precision tolerances.
• Interpret engineering requirements and coordinate with Engineering and Quality teams to resolve technical or process issues.
• Analyze production demand and develop resource plans (personnel, equipment, tooling, and materials) to meet operational requirements.

Resource & Financial Stewardship

• Support adherence to budget and cost-control measures while maintaining operational efficiency.
• Identify inefficiencies, production constraints, and risks; implement corrective actions to improve performance and throughput.
• Assist with reporting, audits, and tracking of operational metrics to ensure accountability and performance alignment.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop team members, fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and high performance.
• Provide clear directions, coaching, and feedback to ensure personnel are trained and equipped to meet expectations.
• Promote a safe, disciplined, and mission-focused work environment.
• Drive performance management processes, ensuring goals are clearly communicated and achieved.

Continuous Improvement & Process Optimization

• Lead initiatives to improve workflow, productivity, and operational efficiency.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement principles to reduce waste and enhance performance.
• Support line balancing, production flow improvements, and process standardization efforts.

Position Requirements

• 3-5 years of leadership or supervisory experience in fabrication, manufacturing, or related operations (military leadership experience equivalent). Proven ability to lead teams, manage resources, and execute in high-paced environments.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, high degree of ownership, and accountability in decision-making.
• Proven experience with process improvement; Lean principles and workflow optimization preferred.
• Demonstrate the ability to train, coach, influence, and motivate personnel while maintaining high accountability and performance standards.
• This position is assigned to the 2nd shift, with a schedule of 3:30 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.

Preferred:

• Good understanding of CNC machining processes, equipment, and technical workflows.

• Execute established operational procedures to ensure consistent and reliable production performance.
• Monitor production schedules and ensure on-time completion of work to meet delivery commitments.
• Manage workforce assignments, equipment readiness, and tooling availability.
• Assign and supervise work while ensuring compliance with engineering specifications and precision tolerances.
• Coordinate with Engineering and Quality teams to resolve technical or process issues.
• Analyze demand requirements and develop resource plans (personnel, equipment, tooling, materials) to support production needs.

Active-Duty Military members seeking a Skillbridge opportunity in the manufacturing industry are also encouraged to reach out to the ITT Skillbridge Lead Reagan.Dyer@ITT.com for further information on skillbridge opportunities at ITT.