At Superior Industries the Machine Shop Team Lead oversees daily operations, machining processes, and shop floor personnel. This role balances direct hands-on operational support with team coordination, ensuring safety compliance, machining precision, and continuous throughput.

Location:

Belen, NM | 80

Don Luis Trujillo Blvd Schedule:

Monday through Friday, 6:30am to 5:00pm

Key Responsibilities People & Development:

Conduct daily safety huddles, manage shift scheduling, and drive operator training (cross-training on CNC/manual equipment, blueprint reading, and precision measurement tools). Conduct performance evaluations and actively coach team members.

Process & Quality:

Oversee daily setup, operation, and maintenance of machining equipment. Ensure strict adherence to quality control standards, first-piece inspections, and engineering prints. Troubleshoot machining/tooling issues as they arise.

Planning & Execution:

Daily coordination of labor, raw materials, and tooling to meet production schedules. Maintain dynamic workflow visual boards and ensure timely job staging.

Continuous Improvement:

Lead 5S initiatives, identify machining bottlenecks, reduce scrap rates, and implement Lean manufacturing practices.

Compliance & Safety:

Enforce PPE usage, machine guarding protocols, and preventative maintenance schedules. Perform root-cause analysis on safety near-misses or quality defects. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Competencies Technical Experience:

3+ years of hands-on machining experience preferred, but not required (CNC mills/lathes, manual machines, reading G-code/blueprints). Prior manufacturing experience within a Superior facility preferred, but not mandatory.

Leadership Ability:

Proven track record of managing and coaching teams through high-pressure production environments with a stewardship mindset.

Execution & Problem Solving:

Demonstrated history of swift execution, root-cause troubleshooting, and scrap reduction.

Tooling & Precision:

Familiarity with precision measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, CMM) and basic tooling management. Employee Benefits Weekly paycheck Boot reimbursements up to $125 Medical insurance - Covers 75% of premiums Dental and vision insurance Company paid life insurance 401K retirement account with 5% company match On the spot bonuses up to $100

Traits of Our Successful Employees Embrace Core Values:

Serving Others, High Integrity, Strong Work Ethic, Culture of Opportunity & Long-Term Relationships Attention to detail Exhibition of good communication skills when working with fellow employees Willingness to help out where needed