MACHINING LEAD (WEEKEND)

Weatherby, Inc. • Sheridan, WY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Machining Lead is responsible for leading the machining team while setting up, and operating CNC machines. This role combines hands-on expertise in advanced machining with coaching, scheduling, and problem-solving to ensure efficient production flow. The Machining Lead ensures KPIs in Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost are consistently achieved while fostering a culture of precision, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Eight or more years of machining experience in a precision environment
• At least two years in a lead or supervisory role
• Proficiency in CNC setup, and operation (Okuma, Fanuc, G-codes, M-codes)
• Expertise in blueprint reading
• Ability to maintain tight tolerances (+/- .001)
• Strong leadership, coaching, and communication skills
• Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement expertise

Nice To Haves

• Advanced technical certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of the machining department, balancing hands-on machining with team supervision.
• Set up and operate CNC mills and lathes.
• Manage production schedules and align machining flow with downstream assembly needs.
• Coach, mentor, and evaluate machine operators at all levels, supporting their technical and professional growth.
• Troubleshoot machining problems, resolve tooling issues, and ensure machines run efficiently.
• Oversee documentation, ERP/MES production records, and KPI reporting.
• Coordinate with engineering, supply chain, and production leaders to keep parts moving and eliminate bottlenecks.
• Drive continuous improvement and lean initiatives to enhance efficiency and quality.
• Maintain safe, clean, and organized machining environments.
• Create a safe, productive environment and support the well-being of their team-including awareness, training, and education related to safety and substance use.
• Lead with professionalism, integrity, and clear communication. Set the tone through example and effective feedback. Respond to employee questions, concerns, and resource needs. Ensure the well-being of your team and a safe, respectful, and well-maintained working environment.
• Supervise daily work schedules, job assignments, and flow to meet goals; review data to assess progress and prioritize tasks; pioneer new ways to do things better.
• Coach, develop, and evaluate team members per HR policies and employment laws. Manage employee time and attendance, including PTO requests. Participate in interviews, performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions if necessary.

Benefits

• Enriching the lives of our employees and our customers is a priority.
• Delivering exceptional products to customers through premium craftsmanship, innovative design, and industry-leading ballistics-preserving our legacy as a trusted brand in the outdoor community.
• We hire by them, coach to them, and recognize them daily: Built to Serve, Anchored in Integrity, Stronger Together, Driven by Precision, Fueled by Grit, Inspired to Create, Committed to Growth, Rooted in Passion
• Stability – lead a skilled machining team in a business with deep roots and clear vision.
• Skill-building – continue to grow as a leader while mastering programming, tooling design, and lean systems.
• Team Culture – we work with a production mindset, knowing our work directly enables other teams to succeed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees