CNC Lead Machinist - Sparks, NV

🔎At a Glance

Company: Precision Molding & Machining
Location: Reno, Nevada
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $80,000 – $120,000 per year (based on experience)
Experience Level: Senior / Leadership
Shift: Day Shift (flexibility based on production needs)
Overtime: As needed
Work Authorization: Must be eligible to work in the U.S.

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This role exists due to continued growth and expanding customer demand across multiple industries. Precision Molding & Machining is adding leadership capacity to strengthen daily shop‑floor execution, improve production flow, and support long‑term quality and efficiency goals.

The CNC Production Supervisor plays a critical role in ensuring machining operations run smoothly while mentoring machinists and driving continuous improvement across the shop.

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In this role, you will:

• Set up, program, and operate CNC Mills (3-, 4-, and 5-axis) and CNC Lathes with live tooling and dual spindles
• Oversee daily CNC machining operations and production workflow
• Develop and manage production schedules to ensure on‑time delivery
• Lead, mentor, and train CNC machinists in setups, quality, and best practices
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and process issues on the shop floor
• Create and maintain work instructions, job travelers, and tracking systems
• Support fixture design, work holding solutions, and tooling strategies
• Collaborate with leadership on quoting, workflow improvements, and capacity planning
• Ensure machines are properly maintained and production standards are met
• Enforce safety, quality, and operational standards across the department

This is a hands‑on leadership role — you’ll be involved directly in machining, not managing from an office.

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You’ll work with equipment and systems including:

Machines:

• CNC Mills (3-, 4-, and 5-axis)
• CNC Lathes with live tooling and dual spindles

Controls:

• HAAS
• Fanuc

CAM Software:

• Autodesk Fusion 360 (preferred)

Inspection & Support:

• Standard shop‑floor inspection tools
• ERP / MRP systems

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Required

• 10+ years of CNC machining experience
• 3+ years in a lead machinist or supervisory role
• Strong multi‑axis machining experience (mills and/or lathes)
• Experience programming or modifying programs using Fusion 360 or similar CAM software
• Ability to read blueprints and apply GD&T
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop machinists
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills

Preferred (Not Required)

• Mold build experience
• Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement experience