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Night Shift Lead CNC Turning Team

True North Precision
Cambridge, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 7/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/12/2026

Job Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Night Shift Lead for our CNC Turning Team to drive excellence in precision manufacturing. As the Night Shift Lead, you will oversee the operation of CNC lathe machines during the overnight hours, ensuring high-quality production, adherence to safety standards, and continuous process improvement. Your leadership will inspire a dedicated team of machinists to meet production goals while maintaining strict quality control and efficiency. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead a skilled team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, utilizing your technical expertise and leadership skills to optimize operations.

Duties

  • Supervise and coordinate the nightly activities of the CNC turning team, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of production schedules.
  • Lead setup and operation of CNC lathes, including Fanuc controls.
  • Review prints, technical drawings, and GD&T specifications to ensure parts meet exact requirements.
  • Conduct quality inspections using precision measuring instruments like calipers, micrometers, bore gauges to verify dimensional accuracy.
  • Maintain a safe work environment by enforcing safety protocols, conducting safety audits, and ensuring proper use of hand tools, power tools, and tooling.
  • Collaborate with maintenance teams for troubleshooting.
  • Train and mentor team members on machining techniques, tooling setups, and safety procedures

Qualifications

  • Experience leading CNC turning or machining teams in a manufacturing setting with a focus on precision parts production preferred.
  • Proficiency in reading prints and technical drawings with GD&T understanding for accurate part fabrication.
  • Mechanical knowledge of CNC lathe machines, tooling setups.
  • Ability to operate precision measuring instruments including calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, dial indicators.
  • Basic math skills necessary for measurements, calculations, and process adjustments
  • Leadership abilities with communication skills to motivate team members during night shifts.
  • Valid forklift certification is preferred for material handling within the facility.

Join us as a Night Shift Lead CNC Turning Team member where your expertise will directly impact our production excellence. We value proactive leaders who thrive in fast-paced environments and are passionate about delivering high-quality machined components. This role offers an engaging opportunity to lead a talented team while advancing your career in advanced manufacturing.

Pay: $28.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $28 - $35

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