CNC Machinist Team Leader (2nd Shift)

Job Summary:

The Working CNC Machinist Team Lead is a hands-on leadership role responsible for both the operation of CNC machinery and the oversight of a designated work cell within the manufacturing area. This individual actively participates in daily production while also providing leadership, guidance, and coordination for the cells team members.

The Team Lead is accountable for the performance of the cell, including employee productivity, equipment utilization, material handling, and adherence to safety, quality, and production standards. They ensure that policies, procedures, and best practices are followed, and they serve as the primary point of contact for communication between their team and management.

This role requires strong technical machining skills, a commitment to team success, and the ability to balance production responsibilities with leadership duties. A successful candidate demonstrates initiative, sound judgment, excellent communication skills, and a continuous improvement mindset.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Lead, train and support CNC Operators on operations, set-ups, maintenance, and machine safety.
• Responsible for maintaining quality control of all parts produced on CNC machines.
• Responsible for all the processes of the CNC Machines (Setups, loading parts, operating controls, setting offsets, simple edits, milling, turning, drilling, taping, all bench operations, and inspect).
• Perform preventative maintenance on machines per established maintenance schedule and as required.
• Inspect and measure all in-process and finished work pieces to determine conformance to specifications.
• Capable of running multiple machines concurrently, when tasked.
• Accurately documents all job activity and transactions.
• Report and document any equipment malfunctions to direct supervisor.
• Work within the standard operation procedures and job safety parameters.
• Communicate with all co-workers and shifts.
• Maintain a clean and organized safe work area.
• Complete all tasks assigned by direct supervisor.
• Detects and reports defective materials or questionable conditions immediately to their direct supervisor.
• Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean orderly condition.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Other duties as assigned

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful job performance will be considered.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• U.S. Person status (per 22 C.F.R.) for Export Control Compliance, required.
• Minimum of two (2) years experience in a front-line supervisory role.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a machinist, with 3 years in HMLV (high-mix low-volume) production environment.
• Strong knowledge of Mastercam preferred.
• Familiarity with G and M Code required.
• Experience with multi axis, Mill-turn, and live tooling lathes (X,Z,C,Y).
• Proficiency in operating CNC machines, lathes, mills, and other machining equipment.
• Strong knowledge of machining processes, materials, and tooling.
• Ability to read and interpret engineered drawings and technical specifications (GD&T).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and leadership abilities.
• Commitment to safety and quality standards.

Special Skills: Use of hoists, hand trucks, conveyors, and lifts. Manual inspection tools, calipers, CNC tool holders, cutting tools, fixtures and other accessories used. Mathematical skills including geometry and algebra. High attention to detail. ERP system experience. Read travelers and work orders. Excellent problem solving, multi-tasking, and English communication skills, Spanish a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Be able to use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls.
• Be able to reach overhead.
• Be able to work in various positions, including, but not limited to, stooping, standing, bending over, sitting, kneeling and squatting for extended periods of time.
• Be able to lift, pull and push materials and equipment to complete assigned job tasks.
• Be able to lift and/or move 35 pounds of weight frequently throughout the assigned workday.

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing an employee reference check, criminal background check, and drug screening.

This position requires the use of information that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder').

Precision Fluorocarbon Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

2nd Shift Hours: Monday - Thursday; 2:45pm - 1:15am

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