2nd Shift CNC Lead

MRA - The Management Association; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Nolte Precise Manufacturing, Inc. in Cincinnati, OH seeks a hands-on CNC Lead with Swiss machining experience to guide a team of operators and keep production safe, efficient, and meeting quality standards.

Lead daily operations on turning, milling, and Swiss machines; troubleshoot issues; read blueprints and GD&T; uphold ISO/AS quality systems and lean/5S; mentor new hires and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Strong Swiss machining experience required.
• 5–7 years CNC turning and milling experience.
• 2+ years in a lead or supervisory role preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and GD&T.
• Skilled in troubleshooting, setups, and measurement tools.
• Experience with ISO/AS quality systems and lean/5S practices.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily CNC operations for turning, milling, and Swiss machines.
• Troubleshoot machining issues, assist with setups, offsets, tooling, and program reviews.
• Ensure ISO/AS quality checks and documentation are completed correctly.
• Maintain a safe work area and enforce PPE and OSHA requirements.
• Monitor production KPIs and resolve issues quickly.
• Work with Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance to improve processes.
• Train operators and support onboarding for new hires.

Skills

Swiss machining

CNC turning & milling

Blueprints & GD&T

Leadership

Troubleshooting

Job description

Nolte Precise Manufacturing, Inc.2nd Shift CNC LeadCincinnati, OH$28/hr to $36/hr + $2 shift differential

We are looking for a hands-on CNC Lead with strong Swiss machining experience to support and guide a team of CNC operators. This role combines daily machining support with leadership responsibilities to keep production running safely, efficiently, and to quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead daily CNC operations for turning, milling, and Swiss machines

• Troubleshoot machining issues, assist with setups, offsets, tooling, and program reviews

• Ensure ISO/AS quality checks and documentation are completed correctly

• Maintain a safe work area and enforce PPE and OSHA requirements

• Monitor production KPIs and resolve issues quickly

• Work with Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance to improve processes

• Train operators and support onboarding for new hires

Requirements:

• Strong Swiss machining experience (required)

• 5-7 years CNC machining (turning & milling)

• 2+ years in a lead or supervisory role preferred

• Ability to read blueprints and GD&T

• Skilled in troubleshooting, setups, and measurement tools

• Experience with ISO/AS quality systems and lean/5S practices

• Strong communication and leadership skills