Team Lead - Cut Room

Team Leader – Cut Room

Standard schedule is Monday through Friday 3:30pm – 12:00am. Overtime during the week and Saturdays when needed.

2nd Shift Pay Differential.

• Lead and coordinate CNC machining team members to meet production schedules, quality standards, and safety requirements.
• Set up and operate advanced CNC functions following detailed instructions and established procedures on CNC equipment to cut, punch, form, drill, pulse, spin, mill and stamp, to produce metal parts and components per design and drawing specifications required for subassemblies or finished products.
• Independently set up machine changeovers, tooling, calibrate, and operate CNC machinery as needed.
• Read and interpret basic blueprints, diagrams, or work instructions to assemble products.
• Machining parts for subassemblies or complex components as part of a larger product.
• Machining intricate or precision components requiring advanced skills or techniques.
• Diagnose and resolve assembly issues, including equipment malfunctions or non-conforming parts, using established procedures.
• Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) on specialized CNC machining processes, machinery, and tools; provide training and mentoring to team members.
• Monitor machine performance, make adjustments to optimize efficiency, and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions or assembly issues.
• Track and document production metrics such as completed units and defects; implement Lean Manufacturing practices to reduce waste.
• Conduct quality inspections using measurement tools and collaborate with Quality Team on advanced inspections, audits, and first article inspections.
• Identify, segregate, and report defective or non-conforming parts; document root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace; perform safety walks, equipment checks, and enforce safety protocols.
• Collaborate effectively with engineering, quality, logistics, and other teams to resolve challenges, improve processes, and provide input on cost-saving opportunities.
• Demonstrate flexibility by cross‑training, working overtime, and adapting to new processes or technologies.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Education:
  
  High School Diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of CNC machining experience.
• Familiarity with machining techniques, tools, and equipment.
• Computer literacy, including data entry, basic knowledge of ERP systems, and ability to use barcode scanners.
• Ability to use machining equipment, hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, and testing equipment effectively.
• Ability to produce parts and products to meet quality standards.
• Ability to be flexible in role, adjusting to new processes, technologies, or production requirements.

• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles.
• Familiarity with quality standards and continuous improvement methodologies.

• Ability to handle parts and tools with precision.
• Perform repetitive motions such as bending, twisting, kneeling, stooping, lifting, gripping, and grasping with hands.
• Ability to stand for up to 10 hours per shift.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
• Ability to work in environments with noise, chemicals, dust, sharp objects, moving/rotating mechanical parts, and temperature extremes.

• Health, dental and vision insurance coverage, helping you “be safe, be healthy.”
• Generous vacation and sick time.
• A commitment to your future with a 401(k) plan, which currently offers a 6% company match and no vesting period.
• Health Savings Accounts – tax‑advantaged savings account used for healthcare expenses.
• Flexible Spending Accounts – tax‑advantaged spending accounts for healthcare and/or dependent daycare expenses.
• Disability Insurance – short‑term and long‑term coverage, paid for by Allegion, provides income…