CNC Lead Machinist - Sparks, NV

At a Glance Company: Precision Molding & Machining Location: Reno, Nevada Job Type: Full-Time Pay Range: $80,000 – $120,000 per year (based on experience) Experience Level: Senior / Leadership Shift: Day Shift (flexibility based on production needs) Overtime: As needed Work Authorization: Must be eligible to work in the U.S. --- Why This Role Exists This role exists due to continued growth and expanding customer demand across multiple industries. Precision Molding & Machining is adding leadership capacity to strengthen daily shop‑floor execution, improve production flow, and support long‑term quality and efficiency goals. The CNC Production Supervisor plays a critical role in ensuring machining operations run smoothly while mentoring machinists and driving continuous improvement across the shop. --- The Work You’ll Be Doing In this role, you will: Set up, program, and operate CNC Mills (3-, 4-, and 5-axis) and CNC Lathes with live tooling and dual spindles Oversee daily CNC machining operations and production workflow Develop and manage production schedules to ensure on‑time delivery Lead, mentor, and train CNC machinists in setups, quality, and best practices Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and process issues on the shop floor Create and maintain work instructions, job travelers, and tracking systems Support fixture design, workholding solutions, and tooling strategies Collaborate with leadership on quoting, workflow improvements, and capacity planning Ensure machines are properly maintained and production standards are met Enforce safety, quality, and operational standards across the department This is a hands‑on leadership role — you’ll be involved directly in machining, not managing from an office. --- Machines, Controls & Software You’ll work with equipment and systems including: Machines: CNC Mills (3-, 4-, and 5-axis) CNC Lathes with live tooling and dual spindles Controls: HAAS Fanuc CAM Software: Autodesk Fusion 360 (preferred) Inspection & Support: Standard shop‑floor inspection tools ERP / MRP systems --- What We’re Looking For Required 10+ years of CNC machining experience 3+ years in a lead machinist or supervisory role Strong multi‑axis machining experience (mills and/or lathes) Experience programming or modifying programs using Fusion 360 or similar CAM software Ability to read blueprints and apply GD&T Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop machinists Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills Preferred (Not Required) Mold build experience Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement experience #J-18808-Ljbffr