2nd Shift - CNC Lathe Team Leader

HELIOS TECHNOLOGIES INC • IL

90d • $33 - $38

About The Position

The 2nd Shift - CNC Lathe Team Leader is responsible for supporting CNC lathe operators, coordinating workflow, and ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and production standards. Acting as a key link between Production Management and the shop floor, this role helps drive operational efficiency and maintain a productive, well-organized, and safety-focused environment. This role oversees a range of CNC lathe platforms, including Nakamura (WT-150, AS200, AS200L), Miyano (BNE, BNJ, BND), Doosan (Lynx, Puma), Hardinge GT, and Star Swiss machines. These machines are comprised of single and multi spindles.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of CNC Lathe Setup experience.
• Strong understanding of machining processes, production workflows, and quality standards.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and coaching skills.
• Commitment to safety, continuous improvement, and company values.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and support a diverse team in a fast-paced environment.
• Adaptable to shifting priorities and fast-paced manufacturing environments.
• Approachable, collaborative leadership style.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a leadership or team support role strongly preferred.
• Proficient in manufacturing software such as Shop Floor Manager, or similar MES system.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC lathes as required to support production needs or fill in during staffing gaps.
• Collaborate with the Production Manager to finalize machine assignments based on equipment availability and order requirements.
• Ensure all required labor transactions in Shop Floor Manager, or similar MES system, are accurately completed for assigned job orders.
• Monitor adherence to routing instructions and verify team members meet standard cycle times.
• Communicate daily updates, including announcements and prior-day performance metrics.
• Serve as the primary point of contact among team members on shift, providing real-time support for operational issues.
• Assist with the training and skill development of team members, including hands-on guidance and reinforcement of best practices.
• Deliver constructive recognition and performance feedback to assigned team members.
• Ensure daily completion of 5S housekeeping duties and operator-level maintenance tasks.
• Promptly escalate issues such as material shortages, tooling problems, scrap occurrences, and equipment downtime.
• Enforce company safety protocols and PPE requirements.

Benefits

• 401K: 100% Matching 6%
• Tuition Reimbursement: 100% of In-State Accredited Approved Program
• Health, Dental, and Vision: Extremely affordable and robust health benefits.
• ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan): 15% discount on purchased stock at the lowest price of the quarter.
• Shift Differential: 10%

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees