CNC Machining Cell Lead

Job Description

Job Description

A day in this role

You arrive to a clean, organized cell and review the production plan. You map out operator/machinist assignments, balancing workloads to keep parts moving and quality tight. Before the first spindle turns, you verify start-up steps, bring machines online, and set the tone for safety, cost control, and throughput. As the shift progresses, you watch performance trends, check parts with standard inspection instruments, and tune programs or tooling to keep quality on target. You coach new teammates on set-up, operation, and basic maintenance, while documenting actions and irregularities so the next shift picks up right where you left off.

When a program hiccups, you dig in—editing code, troubleshooting offsets, and resolving tooling issues to restore flow. You partner with supervision on planning, process improvements, and administrative tasks, and you provide timely feedback on team and equipment performance. You champion compliance to ISO: 9001:2000 and AS9100 quality standards, contribute input for annual performance reviews, and stay curious—tracking new machining methods, CNC program enhancements, and state‑of‑the‑art tooling. You take ownership of new requests and look for ways to add value, always supporting company policies, procedures, and safety regulations.

What you bring

• High School Diploma/GED; vocational/technical certification preferred.
• Five years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on familiarity with CNC machine tools and functions, including programming and editing for lathe and/or milling machines.
• Exposure to all phases of metal fabrication, assembly, and related equipment.
• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing concepts, practices, and techniques.
• Comfort with mathematical concepts, including basic trigonometry.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Experience with an MRP system (SAP) desired.
• Proven leadership: coaching, mentoring, and developing others; building productive relationships; managing team performance; strong problem solving and sound decision making.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills; able to build trust, collaborate across teams, and foster a positive, inclusive environment.

Tools, tech, and methods

• Proficiencies: GD&T, G‑Code, CNC machine setup & changeover, machine geometry & alignment, production run setups.
• Equipment: CNC Mill (3–4 axis VMC), CNC Lathe (2–4 axis), CNC Mill (5+ axis VMC), CNC Lathe (5+ axis).

Rewards & benefits

• Medical – 90% paid for with 100% reimbursement on deductible
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible spending accounts
• Company paid life and disability insurance
• 401 K w/ company match
• Time off benefits
• Pay range: $34-$39 commensurate with experience + Bonus plan
• And much more!