Floor Lead

Why Parts Badger?

Parts Badger changes the way people and companies source their custom manufactured parts. We believe in a do-whatever-it-takes attitude to get the job done. We accept the feedback of others and take ownership of our actions. If you are open-minded and ready to be a part of something bigger than yourself with a winning team, continue reading…

Fastlane is a next level production system, combining software, automation, and machining to dramatically reduce lead times for high-mix, low-volume manufacturing. We’re building highly responsive manufacturing cells designed to to serve thousands of customers across the United States with speed, precision, and consistency.

Parts Badger is seeking a Floor Lead to support and guide day-to-day operations within our Fastlane Program. This role is focused on keeping smooth production flow, operator support, and execution of established processes on the shop floor.

The ideal candidate is hands‑on, detail oriented, fast-moving, and thrives in a constantly changing manufacturing environment.

This position reports to the Fastlane Program Manager.

• Handling exceptions, issues, and operator needs
• Directing activities on the floor
• Ensuring work is on schedule, to spec, and processes are being followed.
• Issuing Tickets and Coordinating with Programmers
• Employee training
• Coordinate training needs and schedule with Fastlane Manager & HR
• Training staff in processes
• Deploy new systems/processes as required
• Ensure shop is organized and maintained
• Kitting Jobs:
  Tooling, work holding and material
• Create purchase orders as needed
• Coordinate any machine repairs and machine maintenance
• Coordinate tooling and supplies need

• Managing Jobs in ERP and running the scheduler
• Participate in interviews and advise hiring decisions with HR.
• Supervise employee training needs, coordinate with HR
• Prepare for, participate in, and facilitate customer tours

• Ability to quickly learn new applications (Keyence)
• Experience with Haas Machines
• Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills
• Machining Industry tooling knowledge
• 3+ Years Machining Experience
• GD&T Knowledge
• Ability to Lead in a Machine Shop Setting
• Ability to Multi-Task, Prioritize, and Manage Time Effectively
• Adaptive and Flexible
• Above Average Organization
• Fast Worker and Quick Thinker
• Reliable Transportation

• Lead or Management Experience
• Fusion 360 Experience
• Experience with CRM Software

This position is structured to allow for advancement in a variety of areas with flexibility to try new things and challenge your mental boundaries. Parts Badger understands the value of our team and we work hard to nurture creativity and engagement.