Machine Shop Supervisor Aptiv - 4.0 Melbourne, FL Job Details Full-time $75,000 - $100,000 a year 5 hours ago Qualifications Mechanical blueprint interpretation Measurement-based inspection Record keeping Google Workspace Managerial strategic planning Blueprint specification interpretation Payroll systems Precision measurement in machining Regulatory/legal compliance standards in production Management reporting Productivity software Legal compliance Production documentation Cross-functional communication Full Job Description We always do the right thing, the right way.

Job Title:

Machine Shop Supervisor Job ID:

704

Location:

Melbourne, FL Department:

Manufacturing Operations Reports To:

Machine Shop Manager Job Type:

Full Time Summary:

At APTIV Interconnect, we foster a dynamic, inclusive environment that thrives on collaboration and continuous growth. As our Machine Shop Supervisor, you are responsible for leading day-to-day machining operations, guiding a team of skilled machinists and operators, and ensuring high-precision component production meets strict safety, quality, and delivery standards.

Leadership & Core Responsibilities Strategic Ownership Production Performance:

Direct daily machine shop shift operations to ensure production schedules, setup times, and output targets are met while maintaining strict quality and customer delivery standards.

ERP & Timecard Reconciliation:

Accountable for daily audit and reconciliation of operator ERP labor hours against timecard records to ensure accurate labor tracking and reduce cost variances.

Tier Boards & Visual Management:

Maintain mandatory Tier board meetings on weekend shifts—matching weekday standards—to track cell performance, identify headcount and resource gaps, drive continuous improvement, and ensure seamless pass-down notes between cell leads across shifts.

Continuous Improvement:

Monitor daily shift KPIs (OEE, scrap, downtime) and implement immediate, localized countermeasures to keep production on track.

Team Leadership & Technical Execution Technology Implementation:

Lead the floor-level rollout and adoption of new machining technologies, tooling, and automated processes to improve shift productivity and precision.

Continuous Improvement:

Monitor daily shift KPIs (OEE, scrap, downtime) and implement immediate, localized countermeasures to keep production on track.

Quality & Accountability:

Enforce strict individual accountability for part quality across all shifts, ensuring every machinist performs required metrology inspections and executes proper first-piece buy-offs before running production. Foster an open shop floor culture where employees are expected and comfortable to ask questions immediately whenever in doubt.

Safety & Compliance:

Enforce daily safety protocols, conduct floor safety audits, immediately address hazards, and lead shift-level incident investigations and corrective actions.

Performance Management:

Provide real-time coaching, conduct regular performance check-ins, and address skill gaps or behavioral issues directly on the floor.

Cross-Functional Partnership:

Work directly with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Control, Maintenance, and Toolroom teams to resolve daily floor bottlenecks and keep machines running.

Team Communication:

Lead daily shift-change huddles and pass-down logs to ensure seamless handoffs, clear priorities, and transparent operational updates. Position Requirements Education & Technical Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Engineering is preferred

Experience:

7+ years of experience in machine shop environment or 5+ years of experience as Process Engineer (or similar position) in manufacturing environment.

CAMWORKS

experience a plus

Industry Domain:

Aerospace/Defense manufacturing.

Regulatory Compliance:

Current ITAR compliance training and strict adherence required.

Certifications & Competencies Certifications :

7+ years of experience in machine shop environment or 5+ years of experience as Process Engineer (or similar position) in manufacturing environment.

Systems Proficiency:

Google Workspace, SmartView, ADP Core Competencies:

Strategic planning, executive reporting, cross-functional collaboration,Strong documentation/record keeping skills, Advanced blueprint reading, metrology and inspection skills required EEO Statement Aptiv is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities). We adhere to all federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination and strictly prohibit workplace harassment of any kind.

Compensation:

75,000 - 100,000