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Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$36 - $42.30/hr

Machine Shop Lead Company: Custom Control Sensors, LLC Location: Phoenix, AZ Employee Type ... We work to foster the interaction and collaboration between all associates at CCS, the connection ...

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$50K - $60K/yr

Our large manufacturing client located in Peoria, Illinois, is looking for a Machine Shop Lead to add to their 2nd & 3rd Shift team. Provide support to 2nd and 3rd Shift Operation team, with daily ...

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Clackamas, OR · On-site

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How much do associate machine shop lead jobs pay per hour?

As of May 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for associate machine shop lead in the United States is $18.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $18.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Associate Machine Shop Lead vs Machine Shop Technician?

AspectAssociate Machine Shop LeadMachine Shop Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some certifications preferredHigh school diploma or equivalent; technical certifications often required
Work EnvironmentLead role in a machine shop, overseeing operationsHands-on work in machining and equipment maintenance
Employer UsageSupervises and coordinates shop activitiesPerforms machining tasks and equipment troubleshooting
Common Search IntentLeadership, oversight, and coordinationTechnical skills, machining, and maintenance

The Associate Machine Shop Lead typically oversees shop operations, coordinating team activities and ensuring quality. In contrast, the Machine Shop Technician focuses on hands-on machining, equipment maintenance, and technical tasks. Both roles require technical skills and certifications, but the lead position emphasizes supervision and coordination, while the technician role emphasizes technical proficiency and operational support.

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Infographic showing various Associate Machine Shop Lead job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 92% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, and 17% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $37,735 per year, or $18.1 per hour.
Machine Shop Lead

Machine Shop Lead

Custom Control Sensors

Phoenix, AZ • On-site

$36 - $42.30/hr

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago


Job description

Job Title: Machine Shop Lead

Company: Custom Control Sensors, LLC

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Employee Type: Full Time – Non-Exempt

Industry: Manufacturing

Job Type: Machine Shop

Education: High School Diploma or GED

Experience: One year or more of training in a metal machining industry or trade school

Hours: 6am to 2:30pm (1st Shift)


Company Overview

Custom Control Sensors, LLC (CCS) is a global leader in the design, development, manufacturing and supply of pressure, temperature and liquid flow switches and sensors for the Aerospace, Defense and Industrial markets. Since 1957, CCS has been providing high reliability electro-mechanical devices that utilize the "DUAL-SNAP" action disc spring principle pioneered by Custom Control Sensors.
CCS’ Airborne Division provides standard and custom switches, sensors and transducers to the aerospace, defense, commercial aviation and government markets. CCS also supplies original PMA parts for various Boeing, Airbus and business aviation aircraft.
CCS’ Industrial Division provides pressure and temperature switches, sensors and transmitters for process control of global oil & gas, petro-chemical, power generation, steel manufacturing, tire manufacturing, automotive, medical and various other industrial equipment.
CCS is an ISO 9001and AS 9100 certified company.
Industrial Product certifications include UL, CSA, ATEX, GOST, CCC and IECEx.
CCS is a growth-orientated company focused on building an energetic and vibrant work environment. We work to foster the interaction and collaboration between all associates at CCS, the connection with our customers and the opportunity for creativity. CCS is an established company with global resources offering individual opportunities to affect positive change. One person can make a great impact on our company’s success.


Job Description:

The department lead person position is accountable for ensuring that production scheduled for completion is executed in a timely manner and within all quality parameters. As department lead you will be responsible for knowing how to operate all machinery, superior knowledge of product and knowledge of all processes related to department. This position places high premiums on effective teamwork, clear communication, documentation, ability to lead a team and maintaining production efficiency.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Performs all tasks in a safe & responsible manner;
  • Responsible for the monitoring of performance of all employees in the assigned work cells within the Machine Shop department, which will include oversight of employees who perform set-ups, adjustments, and work with CNC or manual mills, lathes, and other machining equipment;
  • Assists supervisor in assigning work, instructing and training new and less-experienced employees on proper procedures, processes, safety practices and housekeeping;
  • Maintains work flow and ensures the availability of proper work instructions, drawing, materials, tools, fixtures, calibrated inspection gauges and equipment. Constantly monitors requirements in all production cells;
  • Sets up and adjusts equipment for proper operation;
  • Will produce samples (First Piece) for inspection, make adjustments to obtain required dimensions and quality;
  • Prepares and presents reports on group actives;
  • Will provide technical assistance and training as needed;
  • Recommends product, tooling, and other departmental improvements;
  • Recommends traveler changes and performs troubleshooting;
  • Ability to react to changes productively and perform other essential tasks as assigned;
  • Assists supervisor in obtaining certification of equipment, manpower and identification and records of all tooling;
  • Advises supervisor of any difficulties;
  • Working consistently, working overtime and traveling as required;
  • Conducts themselves in a business-like and civil manner;
  • Keeps quality up to acceptable standards with little discrepant work;
  • Performs tasks equal to or exceeding established standards;
  • Accomplishes production quotas

Skills and Requirements:

  • Due to need to maintain ITAR compliance, applicants must be U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident.
  • Proficient knowledge of all Machine Shop and Cell operations;
  • Ability to motivate and direct subordinates;
  • Effective time management skills;
  • Availability, flexibility and maturity to represent the company;
  • Manual dexterity to efficiently performs set-ups, make adjustments, operate CNC, Manual Mills and Lathes and use other hand tools and inspection equipment
  • Ability to read, write, follow written and verbal instructions in English;
  • Ability to work well with only a modest amount of repeated instructions;
  • Be team oriented and possess flexibility and adaptability

Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is continuously required to stand, sit, walk, flex/extend hands, fingers, with opposition of thumb-palmar grasp bend, stoop, reach, turn, twist, push, pull, talk, hear and to move within all areas of the facilities and parking lots. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust and focus. An annual eye exam may be required.

EEO M/F/D/V

“Custom Control Sensors, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants for employment shall receive fair and equal treatment regardless of their race (including hair texture and protective hairstyles, such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, creed, sex/gender, marital or registered domestic partnership status, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions, mental or physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), medical condition including genetic information or characteristics (including those of family members), sexual orientation, veteran or military status, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation. The policy not to discriminate includes, but is not limited to, advertising for positions, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, rates of pay, discipline and termination.

**NO OUTSIDE RECRUITMENT OR STAFFING AGENCIES**