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Machine Shop Lead

Industrial Talent Group
Longmont, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 7/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/16/2026

A well-established aerospace and precision manufacturing company in the Longmont area is seeking experienced CNC Mill Leads/Shift Supervisors for both 2nd Shift and Weekend Shift operations. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled CNC machinist/programmer ready to take the next step into a hands-on leadership role while continuing to work with advanced multi-axis machining technology.


The ideal candidate is capable of independently programming complex parts in Mastercam, performing complete machine setups, operating CNC mills, troubleshooting production issues, and leading a team to meet quality and production goals.


Responsibilities

  • Lead and support production activities during your assigned shift
  • Independently program complex components using Mastercam
  • Set up and operate CNC milling machines with minimal supervision
  • Optimize programs, tooling, and machining processes to improve efficiency
  • Train, mentor, and provide technical guidance to machinists
  • Verify part quality through precision measuring equipment and inspection procedures
  • Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and programming issues
  • Ensure production schedules, quality standards, and safety requirements are met
  • Collaborate with engineering and management to improve manufacturing processes


Qualifications

  • 5 years of CNC milling experience in a precision manufacturing environment
  • Proven ability to independently program in Mastercam
  • Strong setup and operation experience on CNC mills
  • Experience machining tight-tolerance aerospace or high-precision components preferred
  • Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints and GD&T
  • Strong understanding of tooling, workholding, feeds and speeds, and machining strategies


Preferred Experience

  • 5-axis machining experience strongly preferred
  • Previous lead or supervisory experience is preferred, but strong technical leaders ready to step into a leadership role are encouraged to apply
  • Aerospace manufacturing
  • High-mix, low-volume production
  • Continuous improvement/process optimization
  • Training and mentoring machinists


Salary : $40 - $50

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