Job Summary:  

Machinist 3 LEAD performs advanced machine setup, process troubleshooting, and ensures all processes achieve required tolerances. This role leads process improvements and mentors lower-level employees. 

 Essential Duties & Responsibilities:  

• Expert level:
  • Hone 
  • Koyo
  • Centerless Grind 
  • CNC drill
  • Ability to troubleshoot mechanical, setups, quality, and process issues.
  • Achieve and maintain tolerances below .0005 independently.
• Collaborate with quality and engineering to resolve quality issues.
• Train and mentor Machinists 1, 2, and Operators.
• Document and refine setup procedures and standard work instructions.
• Perform root cause analysis and recommend corrective actions.
• Assist with machine repair and preventive maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, quality, and production standards.
• Maintain autonomous maintenance schedule.
  

Qualifications:  

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Minimum 2 years machining experience. 

• Expert in precision machining and tolerances below .0005. 

• Strong mechanical and problem-solving skills. 

• Proficiency in reading blueprints and GD&T. 

• Leadership and mentoring experience. 

• Experience with CNC programming and advanced setup preferred. 

 

 Successful Essential Behaviors:  

• Action-oriented and independent with a heightened sense of urgency to work at a quick pace.
• Demonstrates creativity in problem-solving and making innovative connections.
• Maintains high standards of accuracy, completeness, and compliance with standards and regulations.
• Collaborative team player who supports and assists colleagues effectively.
• Upholds organizational values and demonstrates integrity in all aspects of work.
• Committed to continuous improvement and actively enhances work skills.
• Possesses a positive attitude with a strong willingness to learn and adapt.

 

Work Environment and Physical Demands:  

• Works in a manufacturing environment with exposure to machinery and occasional noise.
• Requires standing, stooping, bending, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Manual dexterity and visual acuity required for detailed work and operation of machinery.
• Ability to understand verbal instructions and comply with safety and quality regulations.

Shift Schedule: 2nd Monday - Thursday 3:00 p.m. - 1:30 a.m.