Lead ACME Screw Machine Setup Technician

MacLean-Fogg Company; Plymouth Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

MacLean-Fogg is seeking an experienced ACME Screw Machine Setup Technician for our Plymouth, MI manufacturing facility. In this skilled machining role, you will lead advanced machine setups, produce precision components to tight tolerances, and troubleshoot complex machining challenges.

You'll collaborate with engineering and quality teams, mentor other machinists, and drive improvements in safety, efficiency, and product quality.

Qualifications

• More than 5 years of machining and machine setup experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Advanced knowledge of CNC programming, machining processes, cutting tools, and precision machining techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to perform complex machine setups and troubleshoot machining challenges involving tight tolerances and complex geometries.
• Experience training, mentoring, and developing other machinists.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across engineering, quality, and production teams.
• Ability to apply technical knowledge, precision measurement methods, and problem-solving skills to improve machining performance and product quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead advanced ACME screw machine setups, including tool selection, fixture design, and application of advanced machining techniques and multi-axis CNC programming.
• Perform complex precision machining operations, producing components with tight tolerances and intricate geometries while maintaining quality standards.
• Diagnose and resolve complex machining and setup challenges, including tool wear, dimensional drift, and equipment performance issues.
• Partner with engineering teams to improve part designs, optimize machining processes, and develop effective manufacturing solutions.
• Train, mentor, and certify Level 1 and Level 2 machinists, sharing technical knowledge and supporting skill development.
• Develop, document, and maintain standard operating procedures, machine setup instructions, and machining best practices.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on workplace safety, machining efficiency, process reliability, and part quality.
• Collaborate with quality and production teams to resolve recurring dimensional and process issues, oversee testing and validation of new machining methods or technologies, and maintain compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.

Skills

Machining experience

CNC programming

Mentoring

Collaboration

Precision measurement

Problem solving

Tools

CNC machines

Measuring tools

Job description

MacLean-Fogg is seeking an experienced ACME Screw Machine Setup Technician for our Plymouth, MI manufacturing facility. In this skilled machining role, you will lead advanced machine setups, produce precision components to tight tolerances, and troubleshoot complex machining challenges.

You'll collaborate with engineering and quality teams, mentor other machinists, and drive improvements in safety, efficiency, and product quality.