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

AHU Technologies•Washington, DC

About The Position

The CNC Machinist Team Lead is a hands-on technical leader responsible for supporting and coordinating the second-shift machining team. The role bridges management and the shop floor, helping maintain production flow, support operators and setup personnel, troubleshoot manufacturing issues, and ensure production goals are met safely and efficiently. The ideal candidate has a strong background in both CNC mills and lathes and takes pride in helping others develop. Success is measured by the effectiveness of the whole shift, including keeping jobs moving, developing team members, improving communication between shifts, reducing downtime, supporting quality, and ensuring employees understand expectations and have the tools they need. The position is scheduled Monday through Thursday from 4:00 PM to 2:30 AM, with overtime available and weekend availability required. Compensation is listed as $35–$40 per hour, with higher compensation available for exceptional experience, technical ability, and a proven record of quality work.

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.
Strong 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 efficiently through the shop.
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 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.