CNC Machinist Lead 2nd Shift
CNC Machinist Lead 2nd Shift
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12-04-2025
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12-04-2025
Job Description
SHIFT: 2nd
POSITION SUMMARY
The role of a CNC Lead Machinist is to work in conjunction with the General Manager to manage workloads and machining priorities of the CNC department. This position will provide daytoday leadership of personnel and problemsolving techniques to ensure project timelines and department goals are satisfied. This position will also be a contributing machinist of the department using proficient machining techniques and processes to produce high precision parts. Being a clear communicator and having a positive influence on your team is crucial for success.
LEAD RESPONSIBILITIES:
MACHINIST RESPONSIBILITIES:
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES
EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
WORK HOURS/TRAVEL
BENEFITS OFFERED
WORK AUTHORIZATION
This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. Green Card Holder) Political Asylee or Refugee.
POSITION SUMMARY
The role of a CNC Lead Machinist is to work in conjunction with the General Manager to manage workloads and machining priorities of the CNC department. This position will provide daytoday leadership of personnel and problemsolving techniques to ensure project timelines and department goals are satisfied. This position will also be a contributing machinist of the department using proficient machining techniques and processes to produce high precision parts. Being a clear communicator and having a positive influence on your team is crucial for success.
LEAD RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Coordinate daily production needs with supervisor and assist in establishing machining priorities.
- Identify and communicate production challenges or successes and workload status.
- Use good judgement to make sound and reasonable decisions related to machining and production quality and cost control.
- Assist in overseeing labor data in ERP system.
- Train and mentor new employees on department operations and procedures.
- Be sought out to provide solutions to less experienced machinists.
- Collaborate with Project Managers to calculate time and material costs for quoting purposes.
- Collaborate with vendor representatives to maintain tools equipment and supplies as required.
- Research and recommend purchase of tools equipment and supplies as required.
- Assisted in identifying and leading process improvement activities to increase department efficiencies.
MACHINIST RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Read and interpret prints specification sheets and/or 3D files to determine program strategy.
- Select appropriate machine based on project specifications.
- Properly locate open and save 3D files associated with project post program to a machine using network links.
- Program parts using 2D and/or 3D toolpaths using Surfcam or Mastercam on mill and/or lathe; modify existing programs to enhance efficiency.
- Select the proper cutting tools needed to machine parts based on part geometry.
- Design custom fixtures for work holding as needed.
- Calculate cutting speeds and feeds and the depth of cuts based on material and work holding.
- Select and prepare raw materials for machining.
- Setup and operate multiple machines to perform milling and/or lathe activities.
- Perform dimensional and visual inspection of parts per specifications using basic measuring equipment.
- Track individual labor time using ERP system.
- Collaborate with team members to clarify project requirements and resolve issues.
- Provide advice or solutions in technical areas for less experienced machinists.
- Assist with cleaning and preventative maintenance of machines tools and workstations.
- Maintain a safe clean and organized work environment.
- Wear PPE as required.
- Other duties as assigned.
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
- Proficient knowledge of print reading.
- Proficient knowledge of CNC machining procedures high tolerance machining and geometric dimensioning.
- Proficient knowledge of 2D and 3D programming.
- Basic knowledge of lathe concepts; proficient knowledge required if operating lathe consistently.
- Proficient knowledge of material properties.
- Proficient knowledge of custom fixturing techniques.
- Proficient knowledge of shop mechanics mathematics and measurement.
- Proficient knowledge of commonly used hand and power tools.
- Basic knowledge of the ISO 9001 standards.
- Proficient computer literacy including Surfcam and/or MasterCAM and ERP.
BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES
- Demonstrate leadership by approaching work positively influencing and guiding colleagues and accepting accountability.
- Demonstrate motivation and accountability to achieve individual and department goals; work effectively under pressure with limited supervision.
- Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills to tactfully collaborate with team members
- Organize prioritize and manage multiple high complexity projects in a crossfunctional environment.
- Grasp complex concepts anticipate possible problems and generate solutions with highlevel problemsolving skills.
- Exercise sound judgment in ambiguous situations when time is critical; show willingness to offer expert knowledge and insight to develop colleagues.
- Ability to respond and adapt quickly to changing circumstances and facility needs.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to effectively produce high quality parts.
- Demonstrates teamwork by sharing knowledge and offering assistance.
EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
- High School Diploma required.
- 2year Machining Degree preferred.
- 1 years of machining and programming experience with Prototek preferred.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time.
- Ability to use hands and fingers to operate computers equipment hand/power tools etc. and handle and feel parts of various sizes.
- Ability to bend kneel and crouch occasionally throughout shift.
- Ability to push pull or lift up to 50 lbs. moderately throughout workday occasionally 50 lbs. with a team lift.
- Ability to focus vision with or without visual aids.
- Noise conditions can be moderate to extreme ear protection required and provided.
- Work environment exposures include fumes or airborne particles (PPE available upon request) and moving mechanical parts and vibration.
WORK HOURS/TRAVEL
- 1st shift work schedule Monday Friday.
- Overtime as necessary.
- Remote work not available.
- No travel required.
BENEFITS OFFERED
- Career advancement opportunities
- Flexible Schedule
- Competitive pay scale
- Paid time off (PTO) starting at 80 hours with annual increase for each year of service
- 9 paid Holidays annually
- Education reimbursement program
- Health dental vision life and shortterm disability insurance
- Company paid life and longterm disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401(k) match: 100 of 3 and 50 for 4 and 5
WORK AUTHORIZATION
This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. Green Card Holder) Political Asylee or Refugee.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer making decisions without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation gender gender identity veteran status disability or any other protected class.
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
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