Head Machinist - Lathe Department

Wieland Group; Roseville (MI); On-site; USD 45,460 - 50,971; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Disability, and Life insurance

Paid Vacation and Holidays

Growth Opportunities

Healthcare premium discounts

Eco-friendly programs

Job summary

A manufacturing leader in Michigan is seeking a Head Machinist for the Lathe Department. This full-time, on-site role involves programming and monitoring lathe machines, maintaining quality, and collaborating with departments for timely production. Candidates should have an Associate's degree or equivalent experience in machining, be able to work independently, and read blueprints effectively. The ideal candidate will join a company committed to growth and inclusivity.

Qualifications

• Ability to program lathe machines according to customer specifications.
• Experience with setup and maintenance of lathes.
• Minimum supervision required.

Responsibilities

• Setup all bar fed production lathes and chucking lathes.
• Write programs for lathe operations.
• Monitor quality of products machined on lathes.

Skills

Machining

Blueprint reading

Independent work

Technical trade experience

Education

Associates degree or equivalent work experience

Job description

Overview

Wieland - Creating Value for Generations!

Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing, processing, and distribution. We provide a large product and service portfolio including power, automotive, ammunition, coinage, construction materials, refrigeration, electronics and many other industries. To us, metal is more than material.

Wieland's cultural values guide a fun and rewarding workplace. They include safety, ambition, optimism, reliability, ownership, diversity, and respect.

Wieland is hiring a Head Machinist for the Lathe Department. The Head Machinist will be responsible for programming, set‑up and monitoring lathe machines to customer specifications. This role is located in Roseville, Michigan and will be fully on‑site.

Pay: $33.00 - $37.00 per hour

Schedule: 7:00 am - 3:30 pm

Pay Schedule: Bi-weekly

Responsibilities

• Responsible for setup of all bar fed production lathes and chucking lathes
• Writes all programs for lathe department
• Purchases/Modifies tooling required for specific jobs as needed
• Schedules all orders on Lathes to achieve on‑time delivery
• Maintains the department's machinery and tooling
• Setup, calibrate, and use analog & digital inspection instruments
• Monitors quality of products machined on all lathes
• Schedules the saw department for production bars to meet schedule
• Collaborates with Mill Department for secondary operations, as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Associates degree or work experience equivalent
• Experience machining or a technical trade
• Able to work with minimum supervision
• Ability to follow verbal & written instructions
• Ability to perform computations
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to make work‑related decisions based on deadlines and customer specifications
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, CAD software and setup specs for production including tooling

Benefits

• Medical, Disability, Life and more!
• Work/Life Balance — Paid Vacation & Holidays.
• Growth Opportunities — Over 9,000+ employees worldwide and 40+ locations in North America.
• Wellness Programs — Eligible for healthcare premium discounts and HSA employer contributions.
• Sustainability — Eco‑friendly solutions and push the barrier in sustainability for future generations.

Wieland is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. Come join Wieland today and help us continue to build a global corporation we are all proud to belong to.