
Machine Shop Supervisor – 2nd Shift (CNC Machining)
🔎 At a Glance
Company: Karl Storz
Location: Franklin, MA (On-site)
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $73,600 – $95,600 per year (DOE)
Shift: Monday – Friday | 3:30 PM – 12:00 AM
Overtime: As Needed
Experience Level: Mid-to-Senior Leadership (3–5+ years supervisory experience)
Industry: Medical Device Manufacturing
Apply: Directly through hireCNC
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Why This Role Exists
This role exists to support the continued growth and operational performance of Karl Storz’s precision machining operation.
The Machine Shop Supervisor plays a key role in leading production teams, maintaining workflow efficiency, supporting quality standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives within a high-precision medical manufacturing environment.
This is a hands-on leadership position for someone who understands CNC machining, production flow, and how to build strong manufacturing teams.
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The Work You’ll Be Doing
In this role, you will:
- Supervise machining department personnel and 2–4 Team Leads
- Coordinate production schedules, priorities, and workflow
- Support daily machining operations to ensure quality and on-time delivery
- Lead hiring, onboarding, training, and performance management activities
- Monitor department KPIs and implement corrective actions when needed
- Support MRB processes and daily production reviews
- Troubleshoot downtime and escalate technical issues as required
- Lead Kaizen events and Lean manufacturing initiatives
- Develop and maintain standard work procedures
- Ensure compliance with ISO, FDA, and quality system requirements
- Promote a strong safety culture and enforce PPE/safety standards
- Identify opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency improvements
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Machines, Controls & Manufacturing Environment
You’ll support machining operations involving:
Machines: CNC screw machines and precision machining equipment
Manufacturing Environment: Medical device machining and assembly support
Production Systems: ERP and production scheduling systems
Lean Tools: Kaizen, continuous improvement, standard work, KPI management
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Materials You’ll Work With
- Stainless Steel
- Medical-grade alloys
- Precision machined components used in surgical devices
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What We’re Looking For
Required:
- 3–5+ years of supervisory experience in a machining environment
- Strong knowledge of CNC machining operations
- Experience with CNC setups, offsets, and program editing
- Strong leadership and employee development skills
- Ability to manage production priorities and workflow
- Hands-on mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Experience with Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
Preferred:
- Bachelor’s degree in a technical field
- Medical device or regulated manufacturing experience
- Experience leading Kaizen or Lean manufacturing projects
- ERP or production system experience
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Why Machinists & Leaders Like Working Here
Professionals choose Karl Storz because:
- Clean, modern, climate-controlled manufacturing facility
- Stable medical manufacturing environment
- Collaborative and safety-focused culture
- Strong focus on Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement
- Opportunity to directly impact production performance and team growth
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
- Tuition reimbursement (up to $5,250/year)
- 401(k) with company match
- 3 weeks vacation + 11 paid holidays
- Long-term career growth opportunities
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Pay, Benefits & Schedule
Pay Range: $73,600 – $95,600 per year (based on experience)
Benefits Include:
- Medical, dental, vision
- 401(k) with company match
- PTO + paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid parental leave
- Life, STD/LTD insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Wellness and fitness reimbursement
- Pet insurance options
Schedule:
Monday – Friday | 3:30 PM – 12:00 AM
Overtime: As needed
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Apply
Interested candidates can apply directly through hireCNC.
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Years of experience
- Intermediate / Senior
Salary range
- $73,600 - $95,600 per year