Lead Machinist

JOB SUMMARY:

The Lead Machinist is responsible for overseeing complex machining operations, leading setups, and serving as the primary technical resource in the machine shop. This position helps train and mentor machinists, resolves advanced technical issues, and ensures compliance with safety, quality, and production standards. The Lead Machinist works with the Machine Shop Supervisor to drive process improvements and support continuous development of team capabilities.

• Lead setup and operation of CNC and manual machines for high-precision work.
• Program, input, and edit CNC machines using Mazatrol and Fanuc controls for complex parts and operations.
• Develop and refine machining processes to improve efficiency and quality.
• Collaborate with engineering, production personnel, and programmers to resolve advanced technical issues.
• Train and mentor team members in machining techniques, safety, and equipment use.
• Recommend improvements to tooling, fixtures, and workflows.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and production standards.
• Work with exotic metals such as Hastelloy and Inconel.
• Maintain close tolerances (e.g., .0001).
• Interpret blueprints and specifications; measure and mark reference points on work pieces.
• Select, align, and secure fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines such as hones, mills, and lathes.
• Calculate and set controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow, and depth/angle of cut.
• Perform trial runs and monitor machine operations to verify accuracy and detect malfunctions; adjust controls as needed.
• Use intricate tooling and verify conformance of finished work pieces to specifications.
• Make tooling, jigs, and fixtures as needed.
• Position:
  Hourly. Hours over 40 per week can be expected

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Associate's degree (AA) or equivalent from an accredited two-year college or technical school; or 10+ years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with Fanuc (Doosan Mill) and/or Mazak and Mazatrol Programming.

• Experience operating large-scale CNC lathes for machining oversized or heavy cylindrical parts.
• Background in precision machining of large-diameter components (e.g., cylinders, shafts, or pressure vessels).
• Proven ability to handle heavy work pieces using appropriate lifting and fixturing techniques.

Chandler Engineering is a brand of AMETEK Energy & Process Instrumentation, a business unit of AMETEK Inc. We are a leading global manufacturer of well integrity instruments for testing the integrity of oil, gas and geothermal well cements. At Chandler Engineering we are utilizing our well integrity expertise to deliver Environmental Solutions & Decarbonization Technologies for a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.