Lead CNC Machinist - 2nd Shift (Multi-Axis)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Equity plan

Paid vacation

HMO & PPO health options

Parental leave

L&D reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Divergent is a fast-moving advanced manufacturing company seeking a Lead CNC Machinist to guide a shift of machinists in a demanding production environment. You will set up and operate multi-axis CNC centers, mentor junior technicians, and drive process improvements across cycles and tooling strategies.

The role requires strong GD&T knowledge, problem solving, and ownership of setups from start to finish, with direct impact on throughput and quality.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of CNC machining experience with strong multi-axis machining expertise.
• Demonstrated experience or strong aptitude for leading peers, coordinating workloads, and mentoring junior technicians.
• Advanced proficiency with Siemens and Heidenhain controllers.
• Advanced understanding of GD&T and machining process optimization.
• Demonstrated experience troubleshooting complex machining processes and setups.
• Experience implementing dynamic work offsets and advanced setup methodologies. Ability to operate independently with strong technical ownership.

Responsibilities

• Act as a floor lead, coordinating the work of peer machinists, managing a high workload, and providing daily direction to maintain production continuity across shifts.
• Serve as a dedicated mentor to less-experienced team members; assist the supervisor and act as their delegate when required.
• Foster strong fundamentals and cross-team collaboration, serving as a cultural and technical role model on the shop floor.
• Lead setup and operation of advanced CNC equipment including 3-axis, 3+2, and 5-axis machining centers.
• Support machining execution for complex prototype and production hardware.
• Apply advanced GD&T knowledge to validate setups and machining strategies.
• Troubleshoot complex machining challenges including tooling performance, fixture alignment, machine limitations, and process instability.
• Support machine recovery and process troubleshooting with minimal supervision.

Skills

Lead machining team

GD&T knowledge

Siemens controls

Heidenhain controls

Troubleshooting

Tools

Siemens controllers

Heidenhain controllers

Job description

Divergent is a fast-moving advanced manufacturing company seeking a Lead CNC Machinist to guide a shift of machinists in a demanding production environment. You will set up and operate multi-axis CNC centers, mentor junior technicians, and drive process improvements across cycles and tooling strategies.

The role requires strong GD&T knowledge, problem solving, and ownership of setups from start to finish, with direct impact on throughput and quality.