Gear Manufacturing Supervisor

Job Title : Gear Manufacturing Supervisor

Company : Founded in 1966 as Marine Associates, Inc. by the Johnston Family, Croix Gear & Machining started manufacturing gears in the 90's and rebranded themselves in 2011. Over the last 12 years, they have quadrupled their revenue and today are recognized as a leader in manufacturing bevel and spiral bevel gears. We operate based on our core values of team players, attention to detail, having a continuous improvement mindset, and understanding the value of reputation. When you join Croix Gear & Machining, you'll be joining a passionate team of skilled and dedicated individuals with a common purpose. Our promise of "Precision with Purpose" is about serving our customers, co-workers, and community.

Job Position Description : We are seeking a highly skilled Gear Manufacturing Supervisor to lead daily operations in our gear production department. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with strong technical knowledge of gear machining processes, a commitment to quality, and a passion for developing high-performing teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate activities of gear machinists, CNC operators, and production staff
• Oversee setup, operation, and troubleshooting of gear manufacturing equipment (e.g., gear hobbing , shaping, grinding, CNC machines)
• Ensure production goals are met in safety, quality, cost, and delivery
• Train and mentor employees on equipment, processes, and best practices
• Maintain compliance with ISO / AS quality standards and internal procedures
• Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams on continuous improvement initiatives
• Monitor workflow, identify bottlenecks, and implement corrective actions
• Conduct performance evaluations and contribute to staffing decisions

Qualifications

The salary range for this position is $72K-$92K annually, based on experience.

Benefits :

Location : Croix Gear & Machining is located in Hudson, WI along the St. Croix River and the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway. We are just 15 minutes east of St. Paul, MN and 30 minutes east of Minneapolis, MN and is part of the Twin Cities metropolitan area.