Lead Technical CNC Machine Operator II

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Interpret specifications, blueprints, and job orders to workers, and assign duties.
• Analyze work orders to estimate workers’ hours and create machining schedules, setup/staffing plans that meet both internal and external needs.
• Review planning dispatch reports and prioritize schedule to ensure customer deadlines are met.
• Ensure raw material, tooling, and work orders available to meet anticipated production schedule.
• Plan the flow of materials through the department and develop the physical layout of machines according to work orders.
• Establish or adjust work procedures to meet department standards.
• Inspect and measure parts and products to verify conformance to specifications.
• Direct team members in adjusting machines and equipment to repair products that fail to meet standards.
• Develop, recommend, and implement measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of the product.
• Work closely with Manufacturing Engineering, CNC Programming, and Set-up teams to optimize product capability and department throughput.
• Suggest changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase the efficiency of the shop, department, or work crew.
• Analyze and resolve technical problems or assist team members in resolving technical problems.
• Maintain time and production records.
• Lead department training when integrating new parts, equipment, or team members.
• Contribute to department machining output as time and priorities allow.

Education/Experience & Skills

• High School diploma or equivalent, or related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One year certificate from college, technical school, or equivalent and/or 5-8 years of Machine Operator III experience level.
• Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word.
• Advanced machining skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment, share information, respect and assist other team members.
• Must be able to clearly, concisely, and accurately convey ideas and information to others, both verbally and in writing.