Sheet Metal Manufacturing Supervisor

Job Title: Sheet Metal Manufacturing Supervisor

Location: Onsite in Lewisville, TX – Manufacturing Environment
Schedule: Full-time, 40hrs per week (overtime as needed)
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Overview

We are seeking an experienced Sheet Metal Manufacturing Supervisor to lead daily operations within a sheet metal fabrication environment. This role is responsible for supervising a team of technicians and CNC operators while ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production. The ideal candidate will combine hands-on technical expertise with strong leadership skills to drive performance, improve processes, and meet production goals.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Supervision

• Supervise, coach, and motivate team members to meet safety, quality, delivery, and productivity targets
• Create and manage daily and weekly production schedules and priorities
• Allocate labor, materials, and equipment to meet operational goals
• Support hiring, performance management, and employee development in partnership with HR
• Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement
• Maintain accurate time, attendance, and performance records

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Enforce safety standards, OSHA regulations, and company policies
• Ensure employees are trained on safe operation of machinery and equipment
• Monitor work areas to maintain safe, clean, and organized conditions
• Verify product quality by ensuring adherence to engineering drawings and specifications
• Identify and escalate safety, quality, or performance issues

Technical & Operational Oversight

• Oversee setup, calibration, and operation of sheet metal fabrication equipment, including CNC, turret press, laser cutting, and bending operations
• Ensure proper tooling selection, machine settings, and workflow execution
• Support and validate CNC programming and process improvements
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and resolve production bottlenecks
• Provide hands-on technical support as needed
• Ensure routine maintenance is performed on equipment

Continuous Improvement & Collaboration

• Identify inefficiencies and implement corrective actions
• Partner with engineering and operations teams to improve processes and workflows
• Drive LEAN manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure production readiness and efficiency

Reporting & Systems

• Track and report on production, quality, safety, and performance metrics
• Utilize ERP systems, Microsoft Office, and production software for reporting and operations
• Support additional operational and administrative tasks as needed

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum 2+ years of manufacturing or production experience (sheet metal or CNC preferred)
• Minimum 2+ years of supervisory or leadership experience
• Hands-on experience with CNC programming, machine setup, or sheet metal fabrication strongly preferred

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership, coaching, and team-building skills
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Mechanically inclined with hands-on technical capabilities
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Additional Requirements

• Ability to lift 30–50 lbs
• Reliable transportation
• Willingness to work overtime as needed
• Ability to pass pre-employment screening

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with LEAN manufacturing and continuous improvement
• Familiarity with OSHA and workplace safety standards
• Experience with metal fabrication processes (bending, forming, laser cutting, etc.)
• Basic understanding of 3D concepts and drawings
• Bilingual abilities are a plus