CNC Mill Production Team Lead

Primus Aerospace is a leading manufacturing partner to aerospace, defense & space OEMs / Primes & Tier I suppliers, specializing in high-tolerance, complex geometry parts machined from standard and exotic metals. The company works directly with major aerospace manufacturers (e.g., Boeing, Lockheed, Northrop) to provide components for mission-critical civilian and defense programs.

About the role

The Team Lead is responsible for the performance and production of Primus Aerospace’s manufacturing operations within their department. This includes managing and directing production personnel and processes, including production control, quality control, safety, ISO documentation, and shipping and receiving. The role requires a hands-on team player with superior communication skills to bridge the shop floor, shift changes, and office while fostering a positive teamwork environment. The Team Lead will test and validate programs, set up machines, train CNC Operators, and troubleshoot programs.

1st Shift: Monday–Thursday, 6:00 AM–4:30 PM

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily CNC mill production, ensuring orders are completed on time, within cost, and to quality standards.
• Set up and operate 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC mills; verify router, drawings, and programs for accuracy.
• Provide reliable setups, instructions, and tooling support to operators; monitor cycle times, scrap rates, and part quality.
• Lead and motivate the machinist team by setting goals, delegating tasks, and fostering open communication.
• Train, coach, and evaluate employees; support hiring, performance management, and disciplinary actions in line with company policy.
• Promote Lean manufacturing, 5S, safety compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage standardized work practices, shop floor organization, and care of equipment.
• Collaborate with programming and operations teams to resolve issues and improve processes.
• Drive process improvements, risk management, and knowledge sharing across the department.
• Support team development through training programs, feedback, and team-building activities.
• Perform additional tasks as required.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED with 5+ years of machining experience.
• Ability to set up CNC Mills.
• Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing, print reading, and mathematics and manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong organizational and time management aptitude.
• Ability to delegate tasks, attention to detail, and capacity to analyze and problem-solve.
• Proven ability to lead and drive employee engagement and accountability.
• Experience with performance metrics.
• Confidence in decision-making, high self-initiative, and ability to work well under pressure.
• Ownership of tools, indicators, micrometers, calipers, deburring tools, etc.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience decreasing turnaround times.
• Ability to streamline work processes.
• Understanding of ISO 9001 and AS9100.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a CNC set-up machinist.
• 3-axis Mastercam programming experience (a plus).

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO).
• 10 paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• 401K match.
• Long- and short-term incentive plans.

Benefits start on the 1st of the month following the date of hire.

To adhere to U.S. Government international trade regulations, applicants must be U.S. Citizens or lawful permanent residents.