General Responsibilities • Lead and support the second shift machining team to exceed production goals • Coordinate daily priorities to ensure jobs move through the shop efficiently • Serve as the primary point of contact for production-related issues during the shift • Assist operators and machinists with setups, troubleshooting, and process improvements • Help maintain production schedules and communicate issues that could impact delivery • Verifying jobs are being run according to prints, work instructions, and quality requirements • Promote a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement • Train and mentor operators and machinists as they develop their skills • Work closely with engineering, quality, and leadership to resolve manufacturing challenges • Support machine utilization and help identify opportunities to improve efficiency • Develop processes and machine code for new opportunities Requirements • 5+ years of CNC machining experience • Strong working knowledge of both CNC mills and lathes • Experience performing machine setups and troubleshooting production issues • Ability to read blueprints and interpret GD&T • Strong understanding of precision measuring equipment and inspection methods • CNC programming (G-Code and CAM) knowledge and the ability to write/edit programs when required • Excellent organizational, communication, and planning skills • Proven ability to lead by example and earn the respect of a team Preferred Qualifications • Prior leadership, lead, trainer, or mentoring experience • Experience with multi-axis CNC equipment • Familiarity with aerospace, defense, or precision manufacturing environments • Understanding of Swiss machining operations • Experience working with ERP or manufacturing scheduling systems • Basic understanding of Wire EDM operations and programming • Ability to identify process improvements and support continuous improvement initiatives Key Performance Metrics Success in this role isn’t measured by how many machines you personally run. The right person will: • Keep jobs moving • Help develop team members • Improve communication between shifts • Reduce downtime • Support quality • Create an environment where people know what’s expected and have the tools to succeed Benefits • Dental insurance • Flexible schedule • Health insurance • Health savings account • Life insurance • Paid time off • Retirement plan • Tuition reimbursement • Vision insurance Compensation & Schedule • $35.00 per hour.