Training & Development - Apprenticeship Program - Freeport, PA - Full Time
CNC Training Supervisor (Apprenticeship Lead) Build the Next Generation of Skilled Machinists
Some of the best machinists enjoy teaching just as much as making parts. At Oberg Industries, we're looking for an experienced manufacturing professional who is passionate about CNC machining, blueprint reading, precision measurement, and developing future talent to be our CNC Training Supervisor for our apprentices. Whether you've built your career on the shop floor, in manufacturing leadership, or in technical training, if you enjoy sharing your knowledge and mentoring others, this is an opportunity to help shape the future of manufacturing.
As our CNC Training Supervisor, you'll lead Oberg's apprenticeship program by teaching the technical skills every successful machinist needs. Through classroom instruction, hands-on training, and real-world manufacturing applications, you'll prepare apprentices to confidently transition into our production departments while helping strengthen one of the industry's premier apprenticeship programs. This is a highly visible leadership role that combines mentoring, technical instruction, and continuous improvement to develop the next generation of skilled manufacturing professionals.
What You'll Do:
Lead the day-to-day operation of Oberg's apprenticeship program.
Train apprentices on the proper use of precision inspection equipment including:
Micrometers
Calipers
Indicators
Height gages
Other metrology equipment
Develop apprentices through a combination of classroom instruction and hands-on shop training.
Help apprentices apply blueprint interpretation and measurement techniques to real manufacturing projects.
Coach apprentices on safe work practices, quality standards, accountability, and professional work habits.
Supervise apprentices during their initial training and provide regular performance feedback.
Partner with production supervisors, engineers, machinists, and grinders to ensure apprentices are prepared for production environments.
Continuously improve training materials, curriculum, and apprentice development processes.
Support recruiting efforts by participating in career fairs and apprenticeship outreach activities.
Provide leadership and supervision for apprenticeship staff while supporting hiring, performance management, and employee development.
This position will be a daylight position, working Monday through Friday.
What We're Looking For: We're looking for someone who has spent time in precision manufacturing and understands what it takes to become a successful machinist. Previous experience leading teams, mentoring apprentices, or conducting on-the-job training is highly valued. Ideal candidates will have experience with:
CNC machining
Precision manufacturing
Blueprint reading
GD&T
Precision measuring instruments
Manufacturing math
Problem solving and troubleshooting
Coaching, mentoring, or training others
Qualifications:
Minimum 5 years of precision manufacturing experience
Previous CNC machining experience required
Successful completion of a machining apprenticeship or equivalent manufacturing experience
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings
Working knowledge of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry
Strong communication and leadership skills
Ability to identify problems and develop practical solutions
Must be a U.S. citizen or be able to comply with U.S. export regulations
Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed
Why Join Oberg? For more than 75 years, Oberg Industries has built a reputation for precision manufacturing, innovation, and investing in people. Our apprenticeship program has developed generations of highly skilled machinists, and we're committed to making it even stronger. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to:
Make a lasting impact on future machinists
Share your technical expertise with the next generation
Help shape and improve an established apprenticeship program
Work alongside highly skilled manufacturing professionals
Be part of a company that values craftsmanship, continuous learning, and employee development
If you're ready to move beyond making parts and begin developing the people who will make them tomorrow, we'd love to hear from you. Join Oberg Industries and help build the future of precision manufacturing.
Oberg Industries Benefit Highlights:
Competitive pay
Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% premium coverage)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Opt-out reimbursement for medical coverage
401(k) with up to 4% company match
Annual Profit-Sharing contributions
Paid time off and holiday pay
Annual increases
Quarterly bonuses
Flexible start times
Air conditioned, temperature-controlled environment
Clean, bright, and modern facilities
High focus on family, work-life balance
Opportunities for career development and growth
Collaborative and safety-focused work environment
About Oberg Industries: Oberg Industries LLC is a local, family-owned, contract manufacturer and supply chain integrator providing tooling/metal stamping and precision machining services to many well-known companies around the world. Our passion is for precision manufacturing, and our breadth of expertise enables us to provide cost-effective manufacturing solutions for the most demanding and complex production challenges for our customers. Our highly trained workforce plays a pivotal role in our ability to produce high-quality parts. At Oberg Industries, you will join a team of amazing people who treat each other like family, while working with products that are improving and saving people’s lives each and every day. Learn more about our award-winning organization by visiting www.oberg.com.
At Oberg Industries, LLC we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. No question on this application form is intended to solicit information about an applicant’s protected characteristics, if any. In addition, the Americans with Disabilities Act requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental disabilities of applicants.