CNC Team Lead
About The Position
Help Build the Future of High‑Performance Automotive Parts Help us lead the team that manufactures the parts powering Speedway’s hot‑rod and racing innovations. Our state-of-the-art, 75,000+ sq. ft. machining facility is built for precision, efficiency, and the kind of advanced manufacturing that’s shaping the next era of automotive performance. We’re looking for a skilled CNC team leader who is ready to provide daily leadership and support to our team in addition to programming and operating our CNC machines. A CNC team lead has an expert level of CNC knowledge, great people skills, and has a desire to work with modern, high-tech machines to produce high-quality components. See us in action here
Requirements
- Associates degree in precision machining, with five to seven years of related experience. OR equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Must have a proven record of being a team player. Must be skilled in all aspects of the CNC areas.
- Advanced Cad/cam programing skills, along with Solidworks and or other related software's used in the manufacturing environment
- Familiarity with computer and Microsoft Office products including Excel, Outlook and Word
- Advanced knowledge of manufacturing, CNC manufacturing methods and tooling, and proficient with the operations of cnc machines
- Able to communicate effectively through written and verbal communication and follow standard operating procedures.
- Must follow established Speedway and OSHA safety policies and procedures.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
Nice To Haves
- CNC lathe experience a plus, including live tooling, multi spindle and turret, Swiss lathe experience preferred but not required
Responsibilities
- Support the efficiency of the team and machines by helping manage workload for the CNC area, maintaining machine schedules, and supporting overall production goals.
- Ensure parts are built to specification; tooling and programs are ready for production, and machines operate efficiently to maximize output.
- Promote high-quality standards, monitor cycle times, and drive productivity, including extended machine utilization when feasible.
- Monitor, train, and help coach team members on core competencies and performance metrics in alignment with manager expectations.
- Assist with drafting performance appraisals, counseling team members reinforcing exceptional performance, and the creation of performance improvement plans as directed by the Supervisor.
- Work with the CNC Manager to learn and participate in effective hiring practices: including reviewing, applications, interviewing candidates, and making hiring decisions.
- Assist with daily flow and delegating responsibilities among team members within the department.
- This is primarily an on the floor working position, including set up, programing and operation/running of CNC machines, when not supporting team members.
- Continue to learn other areas of the Machine Shop and develop management skills through management training.
- Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
- Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and safety protocols
- Demonstrate ownership, flexibility, and accountability.
- Embrace and live out Speedway Motors core values.
- Seek opportunities for continuous improvement and professional growth.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Continuing Education Reimbursement
- Wellness Program
- Employee product discounts
- Uniforms provided + reimbursement for steel‑toe shoes and prescription safety glasses
- Paid Parental Leave
- Four‑day work week, M-T, overtime on Fridays if needed, no weekends
- Growth opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
