CNC Production Lead

This role is responsible for overseeing daily CNC operations within a fast-paced high-volume production line environment where meeting output targets maintaining quality standards and minimizing downtime are critical to operational success.

The CNC Production Lead combines advanced hands-on CNC expertise with leadership accountability ensuring continuous workflow efficient machine performance and strong team coordination in a high-output manufacturing setting.

This opportunity requires a confident technical leader who thrives under pressure drives performance and models professionalism in a demanding high-volume production environment.

Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

• Lead daily CNC production activities ensuring workflow efficiency and adherence to production schedules.
• Drive performance to meet output targets quality standards and departmental KPIs.
• Troubleshoot programming tooling and mechanical issues to minimize downtime and production disruptions.
• Monitor production timelines and coordinate with internal teams to maintain continuous workflow.
• Support and implement process improvements to increase throughput and reduce waste.

Team Leadership & Development

• Provide hands-on leadership guidance and mentoring to CNC operators.
• Assist with onboarding and training of new team members.
• Promote a culture of accountability performance and collaboration.
• Support shift coordination in a fast-paced production line environment.

Safety & Compliance

• Reinforce adherence to all health and safety policies and PPE requirements.
• Promote safe machine operation and proper material handling practices.
• Identify and address workplace hazards or operational risks proactively.
• Support a strong safety culture across the production floor.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on CNC machine operation experience in a manufacturing environment (cabinetry door panel or similar production setting preferred).
• Experience operating CNC equipment in a fast-paced high-volume production line environment.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving experience with CNC systems.
• Minimum 2 years of demonstrable team leadership experience overseeing teams of five (5) or more is considered a strong asset.
• Experience mentoring training or leading operators is strongly preferred.
• Advanced measuring skills in imperial and metric systems.
• Strong mathematical aptitude (unit conversions ratios percentages).
• Proficient with CNC software production tracking systems and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication and decision-making skills.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs as required.

Work Conditions

• In-person role based in a manufacturing facility.
• Must be flexible to work day or night shift based on operational requirements.
• Fast-paced high-volume production line environment.
• Physical activity required (lifting standing operating machinery).
• Must be eligible to work in Canada

You embody Formations core values in how you work:

• Citizenship is choosing to act in the best interest of the whole even when its outside your immediate role. Understanding how your work impacts customers teammates and the success of the company.
• Tenacity is the perseverance and resilience to keep moving forward when obstacles competition or uncertainty challenge us. Staying committed until the job is done and not letting that fire dim.
• Resourcefulnessis finding smarter practical more creative solutions and adapting faster than others by making the most of what we already have.

Why Join Us

• Be part of a forward-thinking company committed to growth and knowledge sharing.
• Access opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the organization.
• Enjoy 100% company-sponsored health and dental benefits and access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).Experience recognition programs that celebrate team loyalty demonstration of core values and contributions to from a flexible benefits program tailored to your needs including:
  • Health Spending Account (HSA)
  • Personal Spending Account (PSA)
  • RRSP contribution

As part of our selection process shortlisted candidates will be invited to complete aâTRAITS Assessment. Participation in this assessment isâmandatoryâto be considered for the role. We look forward to reviewing your application!â

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