Lead Machinist - 2nd Shift (+$1/hr)

Praxis Technology; Town of Queensbury (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision

401k Retirement Plan with 3% match

Life AD&D Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Annual Bonus Potential

Profit Sharing

Tuition Assistance

Employee Appreciation Events

$100 Hannaford Gift Card

Praxis Hoodie

Bagel Tuesdays

Job summary

Praxis Technology is seeking a Lead Machinist to operate CNC and conventional machinery in a production environment, under limited supervision. You will read drawings, set up machines, maintain tooling inventories, and ensure quality records while supporting timely delivery of Praxis products.

The ideal candidate has 2 years of machinist experience, basic math skills, and a strong detail-oriented mindset. This role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and continuous learning within a locally owned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2 years of machinist experience.
• Technical training in machining preferred.
• Ability to read engineering drawings.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC and conventional machinery following established work instructions.
• Perform machine setups under limited supervision.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and work orders.
• Measure parts using standard inspection equipment and gauges.
• Maintain required production and quality records.
• Assist with production operations to meet customer schedules and quality requirements.

Skills

Machinist

CNC Machining

Reading Drawings

Quality Records

Tooling Inventory

Basic Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

CNC Controls

Job description

Are you ready to work for a company that truly cares about making a meaningful difference in this world?

A little about us:

Praxis Technology is a manufacturing company that designs and develops titanium parts for medical devices, aerospace and other consumer markets. We create sustainable flexibility that delivers maximum impact to make people’s lives better. It's pretty cool stuff!

What we can offer you:

In addition to being part of a locally owned & operated business who values treating everyone with integrity & respect, we offer the following benefits to our employees:

• Employee and/or Employee + Child(ren) medical insurance costs you just $1/month!
• Comprehensive Dental + Vision
• 401k Retirement Plan that we match up to 3%
• Basic Life AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off - 18 days first year (pro-rated)
• Paid holidays – 9 days
• Annual Performance Bonus Potential
• Employee Profit Sharing
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Appreciation Events
• $100 Hannaford Gift Card every November
• Annual Praxis Hoodie for all employees
• Bagel Tuesdays! Once a month!

Position Summary

Reporting to the Machine Shop Supervisor, the Lead Machinist is machinist responsible for operating conventional and CNC machinery under limited supervision to support the production of Praxis products. The Lead Machinist performs basic machine setup, operates equipment according to established procedures, maintains tooling inventories, creates and maintains machining fixtures, performs basic preventative maintenance on CNC equipment, and develops technical machining skills while maintaining quality and safety standards. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, detail-oriented, and able to work effectively in a team environment.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Operate CNC and conventional machinery following established work instructions.
• Perform machine setups under limited supervision.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and work orders.
• Measure parts using standard inspection equipment and gauges.
• Maintain required production and quality records.
• Assist with production operations to meet customer schedules and quality requirements.
• Follow Praxis Quality Management System procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Identify and communicate production or quality concerns to supervision.
• Support continuous learning and development of machining skills.
• Maintain an adequate tooling inventory for the machine shop
• Create and maintain machine fixtures
• Perform general preventative maintenance on CNC equipment
• Train new machine operators as needed

What You Must Bring to This Role

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2 Years of machinist experience.
• Technical training in machining preferred.
• Basic understanding of mechanical principles and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to read basic engineering drawings.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to follow instructions and established procedures.
• Desire to learn CNC machining and manufacturing processes.

Working Conditions & Physical Efforts

• Work is performed in a Production environment
• May be required to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand or sit for a prolonged period of time
• Visual functions being those of near vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus
• Talking and hearing occur continuously in the process of communicating with leadership & clients
• Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or operate equipment
• Low exposure to physical risk

Praxis is an equal opportunity employer.