CNC Lead

As a leader in high-performance hydraulic solutions, The Oilgear Company offers a collaborative environment where innovation, efficiency, and reliability drive every decision. We empower employees with ownership of their work and support ongoing growth through professional development and continuous improvement

Hands-on lead position responsible for CNC setup, machining, and inspection while coordinating daily work in the CNC area. Supports the Operations Manager by training operators, monitoring production priorities, resolving machining issues, and promoting safe work practices and consistent quality.

• Coordinate daily CNC assignments and machine priorities with the Production Supervisor to support production schedules.
• Set up and operate CNC turning and machining centers to meet blueprint tolerances and finish requirements.
• Read drawings, specifications, setup instructions, and approved programs to produce quality parts.
• Secure tooling, fixtures, and work pieces; verify reference points, travel, stops, and clearances.
• Enter approved programs, prove out setups, and adjust tooling and offsets within authorized limits.
• Perform required inspections with precision instruments and accurately record results.
• Troubleshoot setup and machining issues; report defects and program variations to Supervision, Engineering, or Quality.
• Monitor production, downtime, scrap, and rework; communicate delays and resource needs.
• Train and mentor operators on operation, setups, inspection, and standard work; support cross-training.
• Provide daily guidance and feedback; attendance, performance, and employee concerns to the supervisor.
• Coordinate with Quality, Engineering, and Maintenance to resolve issues and improve tooling and work methods.
• Maintain accurate production records and meet established production and quality expectations.
• Model safe work practices, respond to hazards within training, and report unsafe conditions.
• Perform light preventive maintenance and keep equipment and work areas clean and orderly.
• Maintain reliable attendance, obtain required tools, and perform other duties assigned by Supervision or Management.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Demonstrated ability to operate two or more CNC turning centers or machining centers
• Knowledge of machine shop practices, tooling applications, CNC program formats, and safe operation
• Demonstrated ability to perform machine setups, tool adjustments, and prescribed inspections
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, tolerances, specifications, processes, and procedures
• Mechanical and mathematical skills needed for machining and accurate recordkeeping
• Ability to work independently, solve problems, and provide clear verbal and written instructions
• Demonstrated ability to train coworkers and coordinate daily work priorities
• Ability to work any assigned shift and meet physical demands, with or without reasonable accommodation

• Technical or vocational training in CNC machining or a related manufacturing discipline
• Previous lead, mentoring, or operator training experience
• Experience troubleshooting CNC setups and improving tooling or machining methods
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methods

This job description outlines the general duties and requirements of the position and is not intended to be all-inclusive. Responsibilities may change or be added based on business needs.

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