CNC Team Lead: Precision Optics

CACI International Inc; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 71,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI International Inc is seeking a CNC Team Lead to ensure schedule, quality, and cost objectives are met by coordinating CNC personnel and hands-on machining of precision optics. The role is within the Optical Manufacturing team and involves exposure to various manufacturing assignments.

The successful candidate will lead, mentor, and train staff, prioritize production, interpret drawings, and troubleshoot CNC equipment while maintaining security clearances as required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• 5+ years relevant manufacturing experience.
• Proven experience leading, motivating, coaching, and training others.
• Strong math aptitude.
• Familiarity with hand tools, measurement tools, CNC test equipment, Windows Explorer, Excel, and Word.
• Ability to speak up and escalate issues when required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture high precision optics on CNC equipment per docs and requirements.
• Develop, train, and coach employees for performance.
• Prioritize production schedules based on induction, equipment efficiency, and materials.
• Ensure program check and verification methods for the work center.
• Interpret drawings and work instructions.
• Troubleshoot machine anomalies and escalate issues.

Skills

Leadership

Math aptitude

Coaching

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Measurement tools

CNC test equipment

Windows Explorer

Excel

Word

Mastercam

Vericut

Job description

CACI International Inc is seeking a CNC Team Lead to ensure schedule, quality, and cost objectives are met by coordinating CNC personnel and hands-on machining of precision optics. The role is within the Optical Manufacturing team and involves exposure to various manufacturing assignments.

The successful candidate will lead, mentor, and train staff, prioritize production, interpret drawings, and troubleshoot CNC equipment while maintaining security clearances as required.