CNC Machinist Lead

Professional Plastics; Loves Park (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist Lead to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to optimize CNC operations while ensuring safety and quality standards are met. The ideal candidate will lead a team, drive process improvements, and maintain a clean work environment. With a focus on technical assistance and effective communication, this position is perfect for motivated professionals eager to make a significant impact in the manufacturing sector. Join a family-owned business that values integrity and offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

DailyPay Earned Wage Access

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K Plan with Company Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Short Term Disability

LifeMart Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in CNC programming and operation is essential.
• Strong leadership skills to train and guide team members.

Responsibilities

• Program, set up, and operate CNC equipment efficiently.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness in the work environment.
• Lead and train team members for optimal performance.

Skills

CNC Programming

Technical Assistance

Team Leadership

Quality Control

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Technical Certification in CNC Machining

Tools

CNC Equipment

Inspection Equipment (calipers, micrometers, gauges, CMM)

Job description

Professional Plastics is a leading distributor of high-performance engineering plastic shapes. We provide the widest range of engineering plastics, composites & technical ceramics in the marketplace. Established in 1984, Professional Plastics has grown to 22 locations across the USA, Singapore & Taiwan. We are a family-owned and operated business that values hard work, integrity, and ethics.

Professional Plastics is currently offering great career opportunities. We are interested in hiring motivated professionals who share our core values and desire to be part of a dynamic team. Professional Plastics is an equal opportunity employer and offers competitive pay and benefits.

Position Summary:

The CNC Machinist Lead will be responsible for achieving established safety, quality, and operational goals while optimizing efficiency and effectiveness. Focuses on the key daily disciplines of technical assistance, set-up communication, positive attitude, and teamwork.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Programs, sets up and operates the CNC equipment in their respective area.
2. Uses inspection equipment such as calipers, micrometers, gauges, CMM, to validate tolerances.
3. Monitors levels of production, shift output per machine, labor performance, scraps and rejects, and housekeeping.
4. Maintains a safe and clean work environment.
5. Responsible for assigning jobs and machines to team members in their area and shifts.
6. Performs positive and effective shift turnover and hand off to achieve expected results.
7. Answers questions and leads team members on their designated shift and area of responsibility.
8. Responsible for the training and development of team members in their department/shift including shadowing and coaching.
9. Leads team members in the promotion and integration of new ideas and process improvements.

Benefits Package:

• DailyPay Earned Wage Access
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401K Plan with Company Match
• Basic Life and AD&D
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Morgan Stanley Financial Advice
• Short Term Disability
• Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
• MetLife Legal Plan
• Norton LifeLock
• United Pet Care Discount Program
• LifeMart Employee Discounts

Job Type:

Full-time

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Disability/Veteran

Compensation:

From $28.00 to $40.00 per hour

Seniority level:

Mid-Senior level

Employment type:

Full-time

Job function:

Manufacturing

Industries:

Plastics Manufacturing