CNC Department Lead - 2nd Shift

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CNC Department Lead With Industry Leader / $27-$31 Per Hour / Excellent Benefits, Company Bonus, & Growth Opportunity

Salary: $27 - $31 per hour

A industry leading precision manufacturing company is seeking an experienced CNC Department Lead to oversee daily second‑shift operations. This hands‑on leadership role is responsible for guiding CNC operators and setup personnel while supporting production, quality, safety, and continuous improvement goals. The ideal candidate combines CNC machining and setup knowledge with the ability to train employees, assign work, troubleshoot production issues, and keep the department running efficiently.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match up to 4%
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Company-paid and supplemental life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Employee bonus plan
• Education assistance
• Safety shoe and eyewear reimbursement

Monday-Friday: 3:30pm-12am

• Lead and provide daily direction to CNC operators and setup personnel
• Assign work and manage department priorities to meet production schedules
• Monitor productivity, quality, cost, safety, attendance, and employee performance
• Train and coach employees on machine operation, setup, quality standards, and documentation
• Identify and resolve bottlenecks, equipment problems, safety concerns, and quality issues
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, specifications, and sample parts
• Calculate and adjust speeds, feeds, depths of cut, and other machining parameters
• Select appropriate fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, and materials
• Use CAD/CAM software to develop or support manufacturing processes
• Work with engineering and production teams to resolve machining challenges
• Set up and operate CNC equipment when setup personnel are unavailable
• Inspect completed parts using precision measuring instruments
• Partner with Quality Assurance to maintain product specifications
• Assist with interviewing, performance reviews, coaching, and employee development
• Serve as acting supervisor when the Production Supervisor is unavailable

• At least three years of progressively responsible manufacturing experience
• Hands-on CNC machining, programming, or setup experience
• Previous lead, training, or supervisory experience preferred
• Ability to independently set up and troubleshoot CNC equipment
• Strong blueprint-reading and precision measurement skills
• Knowledge of speeds, feeds, cutting tools, fixtures, and machining processes
• Proficiency with CAD/CAM software
• Ability to train employees and communicate clear work instructions
• High school diploma or equivalent required

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