Lead Machinist - WEEKEND

At NWI Defense, we are pioneers in the forging and machining of rare metals. Our team is made up of some of the most talented professionals in the industry, and we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and creative environment. Our streamlined approach promotes a culture of unmatched innovation, making us a leader in the field.

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Proficiently performs all functions of NWI CNC Machinist. The CNC Machinist-Lead is the technical focal for the work area and assists the Plant Supervisor in departmental operations and support. Successful candidate must be hardworking and detail oriented with a strong work ethic and exemplary communication skills.

include the following: other duties may be assigned.

Plans machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T)

• Configure mills and lathes by entering instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches; calculating requirements, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry; proving part programs
• Loads machine with work pieces
• Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample work pieces
• Maintains specifications by observing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; collaborating with CNC Programming Team; sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes
• Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments
• Meets production goals in terms of cycle time, quantity, and quality
• Responsible for maintaining serial number and lot traceability
• Other duties as assigned which may include forging work, cutoff work, EDM Operation, Manual Lathe work when needed

• Ensures technical orientation and training of new employees
• Ensures technical training and development of new employees
• Assists Plant Operations Manager with writing quarterly and annual performance reviews per the review schedule developed by HR
• Contributes to a supportive and productive work environment
• Guides team members on a daily basis and outlines tasks to be completed to plan
• Collaborates with the Plant Operations Manager and Planner to determine production needs and assists the Plant Operations Manager with positioning team members accordingly to ensure efficient output of production

• Produces products and services to customer requirements
• Produces products and services on time while adhering to the production schedule developed by the Planner
• Produces products and services of highest quality
• Participates in interdepartmental problem-solving as required to ensure Continuous Improvement

• Contributes to a safe work environment
• Contributes to a clean work environment
• Performs to external and legislative requirements by referring issues in any of the following areas to upper management for action:
  • OSHA requirements affecting the work area
  • EPA requirements affecting the work area
  • Wage & Hour timekeeping issues
• Per…