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

AHU Technologies•Washington, DC

About The Position

The Team Lead CNC Machinist is a hands-on leader and primary technical resource for the second-shift machining team. The role bridges management and the shop floor by coordinating work, supporting operators and setup personnel, troubleshooting manufacturing issues, and helping the shift meet production goals safely and efficiently. The position involves machining across CNC mills and lathes, mentoring team members, supporting production schedules and machine utilization, and working with engineering, quality, and leadership to resolve challenges. The role also develops processes and machine code for new opportunities.

Requirements

At least 5 years of CNC machining experience.
Strong working knowledge of both 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.
Proven 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 working 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 to ensure 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 impact delivery.
Verify jobs are being run according to prints, work instructions, and quality requirements.
Promote a culture of safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Train and mentor operators and machinists as they develop their skills.
Work closely 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.