Team Lead – Lathe/Milling/Fabrication

About the role

At our Plansee site in Franklin, USA, we specialize in transforming semi-finished molybdenum and tungsten products into complex components—leveraging decades of precision manufacturing and engineering excellence. Join a highly motivated team where local expertise meets the global knowledge and values of the Plansee Group.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates the assignments of operators/machinists to ensure efficient production and assists supervision in the planning of manufacturing processes and improvements.
• Assists with administrative tasks as directed and provides feedback to supervisor relating to performance of team members and/or equipment.
• Performs routine operations of assigned machine(s), including but not limited to start-up/shutdown and operation of equipment.
• Monitors machine performance regarding quality output and quality of parts produced using standard inspection instruments.
• Responsible for training new employees in set-up, operation, and maintenance of equipment.
• Updates, develops, and troubleshoots machine programs and tooling problems and corrects as necessary to maintain production.
• Provides group leadership in the attainment of goals with respect to safety, cost, production, and compliance to ISO: 9001:2000 and AS9100 quality standards.
• Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Assists in providing input to team members’ annual performance review.
• Stays current on new/improved machining methods, CNC program enhancements, and state-of-the-art tools.
• Embraces ownership for accomplishing new and different requests and explores opportunities to add value to job accomplishment.
• Supports company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.
• Other duties as required.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED. Vocational technical certification is preferred.
• Five years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Must be familiar with CNC machine tools and functions, programming, and editing lathe and/or milling machines.
• Must be familiar with all phases of metal fabrication, assembly, and equipment.
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures including lean manufacturing principles and techniques.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts, including basic trigonometry.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Proficiency in using MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Experience using MRP system (SAP) desired.

Skills

• Demonstrated leadership ability, including coaching, mentoring, and developing employees; fostering positive and productive working relationships; effectively managing team performance; and utilizing strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, with the ability to build trust, collaborate across teams, manage relationships effectively, and create a positive and inclusive work environment.

Benefits

• Medical - 90% paid for with 100% reimbursement on deductible
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible spending accounts
• Company paid life and disability insurance
• 401 K w/ company match
• Time off benefits
• Bonus plan

Pay

Pay range: $34–$39 per hour, commensurate with experience.

Position type: Hourly