Lead CNC Machinist: Multi‑Axis Mastermind & Mentor

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

Benefits offered by this job

Equity plan

Bonus opportunities

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Parental leave

Health benefits

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Learning & development

Job summary

Divergent, a leading industrial engineering and manufacturing company, seeks a Lead CNC Machinist to coordinate a busy shop floor and mentor peers across shifts. You will lead setup and operation of advanced CNC centers, drive process improvements, and partner with engineering to enhance manufacturability and efficiency.

Role requires deep GD&T knowledge, robust multi‑axis experience, and strong ownership with the ability to work independently and guide production through complex challenges.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of CNC machining experience with multi‑axis expertise.
• Experience leading peers, coordinating workloads, and mentoring junior technicians.
• Advanced proficiency with Siemens and Heidenhain controllers.
• Deep understanding of GD&T and machining process optimization.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for complex machining processes.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily machining work across shifts and maintain production continuity.
• Mentor and delegate to junior machinists and operators.
• Lead setup and operation of 3‑axis, 3+2, and 5‑axis centers.
• Collaborate with engineering to improve manufacturability and efficiency.
• Maintain documentation, SOPs, and quality records; drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

CNC machining

5–8 years experience

GD&T

Siemens Heidenhain controllers

Problem solving

Ownership

Job description

Divergent, a leading industrial engineering and manufacturing company, seeks a Lead CNC Machinist to coordinate a busy shop floor and mentor peers across shifts. You will lead setup and operation of advanced CNC centers, drive process improvements, and partner with engineering to enhance manufacturability and efficiency.

Role requires deep GD&T knowledge, robust multi‑axis experience, and strong ownership with the ability to work independently and guide production through complex challenges.