2nd Shift Operations Supervisor – Aerospace Manufacturing (Direct Hire)
Elk Grove Village, IL
Competitive Compensation ($37 - $47/hr + OT/Bonus Potential
2nd Shift
Aerospace Precision Manufacturing
About the Opportunity
TekPro is a direct-hire recruiting firm partnered with leading manufacturing companies. We’re hiring a 2nd Shift Operations Supervisor for a high-mix aerospace machine shop supporting complex CNC milling, turning, and secondary operations. This is a hands-on leadership role focused on production, quality, and driving shop floor performance.
What You’ll Do
- Lead machinists, operators, and secondary personnel on 2nd shift
- Drive production flow, throughput, and schedule performance
- Support CNC milling, turning, deburr, assembly, and inspection operations
- Troubleshoot production and quality issues on the shop floor
- Ensure compliance with AS9100, safety, and customer requirements
- Drive accountability, training, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Coordinate shift handoff with engineering, quality, and leadership teams
What We’re Looking For
- 5+ years of CNC machining leadership or supervisory experience
- Strong knowledge of milling, turning, and aerospace machining
- Ability to read blueprints and understand GD&T
- Experience in AS9100 or high-mix manufacturing environments preferred
- Strong floor leadership and communication skills
Why This Opportunity?
- Leadership role with direct impact on operations
- Competitive compensation + bonus/overtime potential
- Full benefits, PTO, and 401(k)
- Stable aerospace manufacturing environment with long-term growth potential
Apply through TekPro today to take the next step in your manufacturing leadership career.