Lead Machinist

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Follow established work instructions and company procedures to ensure safe, quality production.

• Master Ability to set up tool registers, mills, lathes, drills, Bridgeport, switches, offsets and program CNC computerized equipment for defined runs with limited supervision or assistance.

• Master knowledge or reading code and editing programs

• Full fluency in running and setting up multiple types of equipment such as Swiss tool machines and twin spindle lathes and multi axis VMC's.

• Full fluency in running and setting up pallet changers and horizontal mills.

• Responsible for advanced and routine machinery maintenance, running/visual tests on broken or worn parts while keeping inventory records of machine replacement parts.

• Understands flow of production and how their team's performance affects plant metrics and customers.

• Ability to detect malfunctions in equipment and non-spec parts and provide corrections.

• Mastery of blueprint interpretation and title block GD&T

• Calculate dimensions and tolerances using mathematics and instruments such as calipers, gauges, indicators, micrometers, and other hand tools related to the occupation.

• Ability to lead discussions with other departments, including status and updates of the machining group.

• Follow safety procedures and guidelines in the assembly process.

• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.

• Responsible for direct work assignment and leadership for assigned team members.

• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: Yes

Education and Experience Requirements

• Follow established assembly procedures to ensure quality production.

• Previous documented leadership/supervisory experience in machine or fab shop >than 15 employees

• Certificate in machine shop technology or technology/machinist - preferred associate degree or journeyman's card.

• 8-10+ years of experience in a machining environment beyond post-secondary or trade school education required

• A recognized apprenticeship may be required.

Preferred Skills and Abilities

• Strong analytical, communication and computer skills.

• Strong understanding of mathematics

• Strong communicator and team player

• Ability to work independently and with a high attention to detail.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• The employee must consistently lift and /or move up to 75 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is consistently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear.

• The employee is occasionally required to sit; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel Required

None

Minimal

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