Position Purpose

This position performs the duties of the Machinist Lead within the Manufacturing Department. Leads other machinists with set-up and operation of a variety of CNC and non-CNC Machines for manufacturing metallic and non-metallic precision parts, applying the knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, layout and machining procedures. Collaborates with programmers for on-floor editing of CNC programs for machining operations for part manufacturing and repair as required. This position also requires trouble shooting machining problems. This position works the swing shift.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assists Management in leading daily production and provide personnel guidance within the Machine Shop.
• Closely collaborate with machinists, programmers, coordinators, planners, Manufacturing Engineering, and Tool Engineering.
• Work with production management in scheduling workflow through the machine shop.
• Lead or assist in the development of manufacturing new parts. 
• Lead or assist with the development and verification of CAD models and CNC programs.
• Work with management in providing information, suggestions and recommendations to develop strategies and plans to accomplish company objectives.
• Lead or conduct first part inspections and conformity inspections as required.
• Lead and coach personnel in using a variety of hand tools, inspection tools, equipment, manuals, work instructions, drawings and specifications to perform manufacturing activities.
• Leads the machining process for the manufacture of new and repaired parts that meet design requirements.
• Collaborates with programmers for on-floor editing of CNC programs and the machining process for the manufacture of new and repaired parts that meet design requirements.
• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, drawings, specifications or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of the finished work piece, sequence of operations and setup requirements. 
• Provide oversight to the machine operators for proper machine set-up, operations and troubleshooting of the programs. 
• Prepare layout, (measure, mark, scribe) dimension and reference points on material or work piece.
• Select, align, and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on milling machines and lathes, and other machining equipment. 
• Leads setup of machining equipment (calculate and set controls to regulate machining factors, such as speed, feed, coolant flow, depth and angle of cut).
• Leads cleaning and organization of the work areas.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, Associate Degree in Manufacturing preferred. 
• Eight years or more machining experience plus three years of programming and MasterCam programming experience preferred. 
• In-depth knowledge of machining, CNC programming, and manufacturing operations.
• Practical knowledge in using a variety of hand tools, inspection tools, equipment, manuals, work instructions, drawings and specifications to perform manufacturing activities.
• Excellent written and oral comprehension and communication skills.
• Advanced computer skills and proficient in the use of all Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Must be able to plan manufacturing processes from start to finish including designing of complex holding fixtures for castings and forgings.
• Ability to set up and operate conventional lathes, mills.
• Ability to use precision measuring equipment, such as micrometers, height gauges, and gauge blocks.
• Possess training and coaching skills to help team members improve performance and productivity.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and a thorough understanding of GD&T.
• Must have reading, speaking, writing, and understanding skills in the English language.