1st Shift CNC Lathe Lead Machinist

About the role

We're seeking experienced Machinists to join our manufacturing shop. The ideal candidate will have proven industry experience as a Machinist.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains CNC Lathe machines.
• Reviews drawings, instructions, blueprints or samples to ensure accurate production.
• Takes precise measurements for cutting or shaping using SMI, calipers, mics, and height gages.
• Set up jobs and select appropriate settings for a given task.
• Read and understand sketches, drawings, and work instructions.
• Maintains production, adjusting feed and other settings as necessary and verifying results.
• Checks output for quality assurance and documents or discards defects.
• Identifies need for and performs machine maintenance and minor repairs.
• Makes decisions independently as required.
• Safely performs tasks, follows applicable safety practices, policies, and safe work behavior.
• Maintains a safe and clean workstation.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related tasks as needed.
• Recommends strategies to ensure the product is developed successfully, in accordance with all specifications.
• Works with supervisor and other team leads to prioritize staffing assignments to ensure customer demand and production schedules are met.
• Reports problems or concerns with quality, processes, equipment, materials, and labor to the Machine Shop Supervisor.
• Works closely with support staff such as Technicians, Manufacturing Engineering, Production Supervisor, Program Managers, Planners, and Materials/Warehouse to resolve issues.
• Multi-tasks, takes initiative, and communicates clearly with your team and management.
• Trains and mentors new team members.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year experience as a lathe operator or technician.
• Ability to read, speak, and write in English.
• Experience setting up and operating CNC Lathe is required.
• Excellent coordination and mechanical skills.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and safety.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills.
• Current or active security clearance is a plus.
• Proficient in math.
• Basic computer skills.
• Understand GD&T.
• Machining training is a plus.
• Experience on HAAS equipment is a plus.
• Composite experience is a plus.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is a requirement, in the aerospace industry is a plus.
• Programming is a plus.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED.

Company Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• 401k
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Referral Program

Pay

N/A

Schedule

M-F 6am-2:30pm