As a CNC Lead, you’ll be part of our team located in Fullerton, CA. You’ll get to act as the Lathe Subject Matter Expert (SME) across our CNC operations. Be a strong physical presence on the shop floor to support complex setups, troubleshoot issues in real time, and lead by example. Actively perform hands-on CNC lathe setup and machining, including tool setup, offsetting, program adjustments, and first article inspections. Lead and coordinate the daily activities of CNC machinists while working side-by-side with the team on the shop floor. Troubleshoot and resolve machine or process issues directly, minimizing downtime and scrap. Develop and optimize CNC lathe programs using MasterCAM or other software, including macro programming where applicable. Operate and demonstrate proper use of indexable tooling, offline presetters, and setup techniques for complex lathe platforms. Interpret and apply GD&T requirements from aerospace drawings; verify conformance using appropriate measuring tools. Support the production schedule by ensuring timely setups, quality outputs, and efficient throughput. Mentor and train operators in setup procedures, quality checks, and safety protocols.