Lead CNC Machinist (2nd Shift) – Mentor & Optimize

Divergent; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity plan

Bonus opportunities

Paid vacation and holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

Divergent is seeking a Lead CNC Machinist to coordinate daily machining operations, mentor peers, and drive continuous improvements on a multi-shift shop floor in Los Angeles. This role focuses on advanced multi-axis programming, setup, and production leadership.

The ideal candidate has 5–8 years of CNC experience, expertise with GD&T, and proficiency with Siemens and Heidenhain controls. The job emphasizes safety, quality, and rapid response to production needs.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of CNC machining experience with multi-axis expertise.
• Strong aptitude for leading peers, coordinating workloads, and mentoring junior technicians.
• Advanced proficiency with GD&T and machining process optimization.

Responsibilities

• Lead floor coordination of peer machinists to maintain production continuity.
• Mentor less-experienced team members and act as delegate when required.
• Drive process improvements and cross-team collaboration on the shop floor.

Skills

CNC multi-axis

Team leadership

GD&T expertise

Troubleshooting

Tools

Siemens controllers

Heidenhain controllers

Job description

Divergent is seeking a Lead CNC Machinist to coordinate daily machining operations, mentor peers, and drive continuous improvements on a multi-shift shop floor in Los Angeles. This role focuses on advanced multi-axis programming, setup, and production leadership.

The ideal candidate has 5–8 years of CNC experience, expertise with GD&T, and proficiency with Siemens and Heidenhain controls. The job emphasizes safety, quality, and rapid response to production needs.