What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machine Shop Lead position at Industrial Talent Group?
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