Team Lead CNC Machinist - Madison Heights MI - 2nd Shift

AHU Technologies Inc•Washington, DC

6h•$35 - $40

About The Position

The CNC Machinist Team Lead is a hands-on technical resource and leader for the second-shift machining team, bridging management and the shop floor. The role supports operators and setup personnel, keeps work flowing, troubleshoots manufacturing issues, and helps ensure production goals are achieved safely and efficiently. The successful candidate has experience with CNC mills and lathes and takes an active role in helping team members improve. Success is measured by how effectively the team and shift perform, including keeping jobs moving, developing team members, improving communication between shifts, reducing downtime, supporting quality, and creating an environment where expectations and resources are clear.

Requirements

At least 5 years of CNC machining experience.
Strong working knowledge of CNC mills and lathes.
Experience performing machine setups and troubleshooting production issues.
Ability to read blueprints and interpret GD&T.
Strong understanding of precision measuring equipment and inspection methods.
Knowledge of CNC programming, including G-Code and CAM, and ability to write or edit programs when required.
Excellent organizational, communication, and planning skills.
Ability to lead by example and earn the respect of a team.

Nice To Haves

Prior leadership, lead, trainer, or mentoring experience.
Experience with multi-axis CNC equipment.
Familiarity with aerospace, defense, or precision manufacturing environments.
Understanding of Swiss machining operations.
Experience with ERP or manufacturing scheduling systems.
Basic understanding of Wire EDM operations and programming.
Ability to identify process improvements and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

Lead and support the second-shift machining team to exceed production goals.
Coordinate daily priorities so jobs move through the shop efficiently.
Serve as the primary point of contact for production-related issues during the shift.
Assist operators and machinists with setups, troubleshooting, and process improvements.
Help maintain production schedules and communicate issues that could affect delivery.
Verify that jobs are run according to prints, work instructions, and quality requirements.
Promote safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Train and mentor operators and machinists as they develop their skills.
Work with engineering, quality, and leadership to resolve manufacturing challenges.
Support machine utilization and identify opportunities to improve efficiency.
Develop processes and machine code for new opportunities.