Lead CNC Machinist

About us

Delva Tool & Machine and its 4 locations specialize in precision machining, fabrication, and assembly highly engineered components. With over 175 years of combined experience, 300,000 sq. ft. of floor space, 250 CNC machines and 350 talented employees between 4 locations across the United States and Canada, we leverage our combined expertise and state of the art CNC machining capabilities to deliver quality machined parts to customers all across the globe. Our primary commitment is to provide our customers with a quality product, on-time delivery, and competitive pricing. Mill Creek Machining is a location of Delva Tool & Machine.Core Values

• Relentlessly Driven to Excel - We take pride in mastering our craft, pushing ourselves to be the best, and constantly improving. "Good enough" is never enough.
• Tech-Forward Problem-Solvers - We embrace challenges with a solution-oriented mindset, thinking critically and adapting quickly to get the job done. We seek out and leverage the best technology and processes, appropriately automating to be more agile and lean.
• Accountable & Dependable - We take ownership of our work, meet deadlines, and follow through on our commitment; no excuses and no self-victimizing.
• Team-First Mentality - We collaborate, communicate, and support each other, knowing that success comes from effective collaboration.
• Integrity in Everything - We do what's right, even when no one is watching. Honesty, transparency, and respect guide our decisions.

Join a Team Where Precision Matters

Mill Creek Machining, a location of Delva Tool & Machine, is looking for a Lead CNC Machinist who can provide technical leadership on the shop floor while helping drive safety, quality, productivity, and on-time delivery.What You'll Do

• Lead and support CNC Machinists and Machine Operators throughout daily production.
• Coordinate machine setups, changeovers, and production priorities.
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and setup issues.
• Review work instructions, setup documentation, tooling requirements, and programs before production.
• Monitor production performance, quality standards, and schedule adherence.
• Train and mentor machinists while helping develop technical skills across the team.
• Participate in root cause investigations related to scrap, rework, downtime, and delivery performance.
• Communicate production status and shop-floor challenges to leadership.
• Promote safe work practices and compliance with company standards.

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of CNC machining experience.
• Strong setup and troubleshooting experience on CNC equipment.
• Blueprint reading and GD&T knowledge.
• Ability to lead by influence and support team development.
• Experience with aerospace manufacturing and tight-tolerance machining preferred.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement concepts is a plus.

Benefits and Perks

This salary range for this position falls between $45,000-$90,000/year depending on experience. Our comprehensive benefits package includes, but is not limited to, a competitive pay rate, accrued vacation time, sick time, paid holidays, 401(k) with company match, health, dental, and vision insurance as well as Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and life/AD&D insurance.


We are a drug-free workplace / Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibit Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual experience and qualifications, without regard to a person's sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, disability, race, creed, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.