CNC Operator & 2nd-Shift Team Lead

Galleher Acquisition Corp; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

Full health coverage (medical, dental,

Dependent coverage

Disability & Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation & sick time

9 paid holidays

Job summary

Galleher Industries in Lafayette, IN is seeking a hands-on CNC Operator / Team Lead for the 2nd shift. The role combines CNC operation with lead responsibilities to guide other operators while maintaining production flow and quality.

You will set up, run, and troubleshoot CNC machines, interpret blueprints, and support process improvements. The position requires experience on the second shift and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Previous CNC machine operation experience required.
• CNC setup experience preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to make appropriate tooling and offset adjustments.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and manufacturing drawings.
• Experience using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other precision measuring equipment.
• Ability to identify quality concerns and take appropriate corrective action.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and use sound judgment when management is not immediately available.
• Ability to effectively assist and work alongside other production employees in a hands-on manufacturing environment.
• Previous lead, training, or informal leadership experience preferred.
• Dependable attendance and ability to consistently work the assigned second-shift schedule.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor CNC machinery in accordance with production requirements, blueprints, work orders, and work instructions.
• Perform CNC machine setups, tooling changes, offset adjustments, and basic program adjustments as needed.
• Read and interpret blueprints, manufacturing drawings, specifications, and work orders.
• Inspect completed parts using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other appropriate measuring equipment to verify quality and dimensional accuracy.
• Serve as the primary go-to person for CNC operators and production employees working on second shift.
• Provide hands-on assistance and guidance when other employees have questions or encounter production, machine, tooling, or quality issues.
• Help keep second-shift production organized and moving according to established priorities.
• Assist other operators with machine setups, changeovers, tooling, offsets, measurements, and basic troubleshooting.
• Troubleshoot routine machine, tooling, programming, and production issues and contact Steve or management when additional direction or approval is needed.
• Monitor production progress and communicate delays, equipment issues, quality concerns, or other significant problems to management.
• Help ensure employees follow established safety procedures, work instructions, quality standards, and company policies.
• Assist with training and supporting new and existing employees on equipment, processes, safety expectations, and quality requirements.
• Communicate important production information, equipment concerns, quality issues, and incomplete work to management and the incoming shift.
• Maintain accurate production records, shift notes, and other required documentation.
• Promote organization, cleanliness, and proper housekeeping throughout the work area.
• Assist with continuous improvement efforts related to safety, quality, productivity, and workflow.
• Perform other production and lead duties as assigned.

Skills

CNC machine operation

Lead experience

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting

Communication

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

Galleher Industries in Lafayette, IN is seeking a hands-on CNC Operator / Team Lead for the 2nd shift. The role combines CNC operation with lead responsibilities to guide other operators while maintaining production flow and quality.

You will set up, run, and troubleshoot CNC machines, interpret blueprints, and support process improvements. The position requires experience on the second shift and strong communication skills.