CNC Process & Shopfloor Lead - 5-Axis & Precision Expert

100Hires, Inc.; Matthews (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Tool & Manufacturing seeks a CNC Process & Shopfloor Technical Lead to drive complex setups on multi-axis mills and lathes, including 3+2 and 5-axis operations. You will mentor machinists, balance workloads, and ensure delivery and quality targets on the shop floor.

The role emphasizes leadership, process optimization, and adherence to AS9100/ISO-quality practices in a highly regulated aerospace/defense environment. Training and growth opportunities are available across shifts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Hands-on setup and machining of complex parts on multi-axis CNC.
• Experience with 3+2 and/or simultaneous 5-axis is a plus.
• Mentor and train machinists on the shop floor.
• Experience with ERP/MRP and production KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Be the go-to expert for complex setups, operations, and troubleshooting across CNC milling and turning, including 3+2 and/or simultaneous 5-axis.
• Direct day-to-day priorities, balance workflow, and uphold delivery promises, quality benchmarks, and production schedules.
• Mentor machinists and operators—build skills, reinforce best practices, and promote safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Optimize tooling and workholding, refine process controls, and strengthen inspection methods for tight-tolerance work.
• Serve as the communication bridge between shifts—facilitate production handoffs, support the QMS, and drive rapid nonconformance resolution.
• Champion 5S, FOD prevention, equipment care, and organized, safe work areas.

Skills

CNC machining

Multi-axis milling

Leadership

Mentoring

Blueprint reading

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s degree (preferred)

Tools

ERP/MRP

MS Office

Precision metrology

Job description

Northeast Tool & Manufacturing seeks a CNC Process & Shopfloor Technical Lead to drive complex setups on multi-axis mills and lathes, including 3+2 and 5-axis operations. You will mentor machinists, balance workloads, and ensure delivery and quality targets on the shop floor.

The role emphasizes leadership, process optimization, and adherence to AS9100/ISO-quality practices in a highly regulated aerospace/defense environment. Training and growth opportunities are available across shifts.