Senior Machinist — LFG Manufacturing

About the role

The Senior Machinist at LFG Manufacturing operates a CNC Fiber Laser, Press Brake, Iron Worker, Laser Welder, Paint Booth, and Oven to cut, bend, and form metal required for fabricating electrical switchboards and junction boxes. This role performs sub-assembly operations, supervises machinists and assistants, and sets up a Preventative Maintenance program for equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC 12KW Fiber Laser machine to cut sheet metal and copper.
• Operate press brake machine to bend and form steel for end products (Piranha Press Brake experience preferred but not required).
• Read and interpret drawings, specifications, and bills of materials.
• Prepare work from project drawings, assembly instructions, blueprint specifications, and parts lists.
• Gather parts and sub-assemblies from templates, standardized drawings, or specific project drawings.
• Assemble components according to templates, specified measurements, or specific drawings.
• Examine connections for correct fit, fasten, and assemble components into finished products.
• Document activities by completing production and quality forms.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Lead the team and assist in training others in basic assembly tasks and equipment operations.
• Inspect work to ensure it meets Quality Control Standards before progressing to the next operation.
• Assist Plant Manager with scheduling, layout of work, and inventory control to meet project deadlines.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience working on laser machines, press brakes, welding, or other metal machining equipment.
• Experience operating a press brake machine used to bend and form steel.
• Laser operation experience, specifically with CNC 12KW Fiber Laser machines (Piranha Laser experience preferred but not required).
• Basic computer skills.
• Minimum High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience with electrical equipment fabrication.
• Ability to physically perform the essential functions of the job.
• Working knowledge of electrical codes, UL specifications, and other construction safety requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Electrical switchboard fabrication experience.
• Experience with Delem DA66T Graphical CNC Control.
• Experience with CypCut and Hypertherm ProNest LT software.

About Us

LFG designs, manufactures, transports, and installs switchboards and critical power equipment. With over 25 years of nationwide construction experience, our team brings a field perspective to everything we build. Our 208,000-square-foot facility houses every stage of production under one roof, fostering collaboration in a modern workspace that includes a state-of-the-art gym, fitness, and rock-climbing center. We invest in our people, support work-life balance, and believe the best solutions come from teams that enjoy building better together.