Lead CNC Machinist — Precision Parts Leader

Benchmark Automation LLC; Statham (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical + Dental coverage

Paid time off

Retirement plan with company match

Job summary

Benchmark Automation LLC in Statham, GA is seeking a Lead CNC Machinist to oversee high-precision part production and mentor shop personnel. The role requires strong experience with CNC setup, programming and running VMCs, plus blueprint interpretation and precise measurement skills.

The ideal candidate will lead teams, manage workflows, ensure safety and organization, and support continuous improvement while coordinating with Manufacturing to meet schedules.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years leading teams
• Experience with CNC setup, programming and running VMC machines
• Familiarity with mills, lathes and saws
• Ability to read and interpret detailed blueprint drawings
• Ability to read safety rules and maintenance instructions
• Stay organized and keep the work area clean and safe
• Willingness to work overtime
• Basic math (fractions and decimals)
• All other duties as assigned

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and training to keep CNC equipment running
• Review engineering releases and estimate run time and equipment needs
• Troubleshoot lathe and mill equipment and coordinate outside maintenance
• Assist with material oversight, inventory and scrap
• Ensure material is cut and provided timely
• Provide status updates on job orders as requested
• Maintain tool crib and correct job order priorities
• Communicate with Manufacturing Manager on resource needs
• Troubleshoot equipment and assist in material distribution to weld
• Assist in distributing quality checked parts to Weld Team
• Review QC table for internal rework daily

Skills

Team leadership

Blueprint reading

Math & measurement

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CNC setup

CNC programming

VMC machines

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

Benchmark Automation LLC in Statham, GA is seeking a Lead CNC Machinist to oversee high-precision part production and mentor shop personnel. The role requires strong experience with CNC setup, programming and running VMCs, plus blueprint interpretation and precise measurement skills.

The ideal candidate will lead teams, manage workflows, ensure safety and organization, and support continuous improvement while coordinating with Manufacturing to meet schedules.