Lead Machinist

Lead Machinist Weekend Shift

Job Description

Lead machinist responsible for mastery for running and maintaining multiple multi-axis CNC machines. With tolerances to 0.0005”, the lead machinist will instruct machinists how to perform quality checks, control scrap and manage set-up and tool changes. Materials processed include Stainless Steel, Titanium, Aluminum, and Acetyl of different grades and sizes.

The Lead Machinist will support manufacturing process optimization by working with Manufacturing Engineering and instruct machinists how to maintain and control settings for best machine utilization and quality. This role will help improve changeover efficiency by establishing standards for external and internal changeover steps to reduce downtime and improve first piece quality. These standards will then be use for machinist training and regular confirmation for effectiveness.

Reporting Approved

Manager, Manufacturing

Responsibilities

• Gains comprehensive knowledge for all CNC production process programs, tooling, and gaging.
• Reads, fully understands, and trains others on technical drawings, setup sheets, & control plans.
• Works with Manufacturing Engineering to improve efficiency and quality for each component.
• Contributes to improved detailed CNC program design and control.
• improve changeover efficiency by establishing standards for external and internal changeover steps to reduce downtime and improve first piece quality.
• Communicates effectively with peers, leaders, and support functions.
• Applies critical thinking for efficient problem solving especially deep root cause analysis (5-why).
• Demonstrates adaptability and appropriate interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen due to ITAR regulations.
• 10+ years relevant experience in manufacturing.
• Familiarity with types and uses of various micrometers and other measuring devices
• Able to lift 50 lbs. on occasion.
• Requires constant standing, walking, sitting, and bending throughout the workday.
• Must be able to work in a manufacturing environment, including working in and around moving parts, chemicals, lights/lasers, etc.
• Must be able to wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the duration of work schedule

Compensation

Hourly non-exempt position, including health, vision, dental, & disability insurance, PTO, and 401K benefits.