Night Shift CNC Machinist Lead
We are looking for an experienced CNC Machinist Lead to join our team on the night shift. This is a hands-on leadership role for a skilled machinist who thrives working independently, takes ownership of the shop floor, and can keep production running smoothly from start to finish.
Schedule
Night Shift: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM (+$2.00 an hour night shift premium)
Note: Training will be with First Shift (6:30am-4:30pm) for a period of time before transferring to Night Shift
Responsibilities
- Operate CNC lathes and mills to produce metal parts efficiently and on schedule.
- Program CNC machines using G-code to meet tight dimensional tolerances.
- Minimize scrap and waste through careful setup, monitoring, and in-process inspection.
- Perform tool changes and routine machine maintenance to keep equipment running optimally.
- Oversee and manage night shift operations, serving as the primary point of contact on the floor.
- Identify and resolve machining issues, equipment problems, and production bottlenecks as they arise.
- Maintain accurate production records and communicate shift status to management.
- Uphold a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
Requirements
- 3–5 years of hands-on experience operating CNC machines in a production environment.
- Proficiency with both CNC lathes and CNC mills preferred.
- Ability to write and edit CNC programs using G-code.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot issues independently.
- Works well with others; able to communicate effectively and collaborate with coworkers across shifts.
- Comfortable working autonomously with minimal supervision during night shift hours.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T.
- Physical fitness required; must be able to lift up to 70 lbs.
- Prior lead or supervisory experience in a machine shop is a plus.
What We Offer
- Competitive pay commensurate with experience.
- Night shift differential.
- Opportunity to take real ownership of the shop floor.
- Stable, long-term employment with a team that values skilled tradespeople.
If you are a self-motivated machinist with a sharp eye for quality and the skills to lead a night shift, we want to hear from you.