Lead Machinist – Allegan Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Michigan; Sur place; USD 57 000 - 87 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Pivot Group Network in Allegan, MI is actively seeking experienced Lead Machinists to join its manufacturing-focused recruiting network. The role involves leading machinists, setting up CNC and manual machines, and ensuring quality through precise measurements.

We offer opportunities across Michigan's manufacturing regions with a focus on alignment between candidate skills and employer needs. This network emphasizes meaningful connections and career trajectories for qualified professionals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Five or more years of hands-on machining experience.
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T knowledge.
• Experience setting up and running CNC mills and lathes.
• Ability to lead a small team and train others.
• Solid math skills and attention to detail.

Responsabilités

• Troubleshoot machine issues and adjust programs to correct defects.
• Plan job sequences and coordinate work across the shop floor.
• Maintain tooling inventory and keep machines clean and calibrated.
• Document production counts and quality checks for each shift.
• Set up and operate CNC and manual machines for daily production runs.
• Read blueprints and work from drawings to meet tight tolerances.
• Lead and train machinists on setup, tooling, and safe work practices.
• Inspect finished parts with calipers, micrometers, and gauges.

Connaissances

Team leadership

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Outils

CNC mills

CNC lathes

Description du poste

Job Description:

Lead Machinist | Allegan, MI

Salary Range: $57,000 - $87,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for excelling as a lead machinist? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We collaborate with companies in the Allegan area seeking experienced Lead Machinists.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan's manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

This posting covers Lead Machinist opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Allegan in Allegan County, within about 45 minutes of the city.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Allegan region seeking Lead Machinists. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates - not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Usual Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot machine issues and adjust programs to correct defects.
• Plan job sequences and coordinate work across the shop floor.
• Maintain tooling inventory and keep machines clean and calibrated.
• Document production counts and quality checks for each shift.
• Set up and operate CNC and manual machines for daily production runs.
• Read blueprints and work from drawings to meet tight tolerances.
• Lead and train machinists on setup, tooling, and safe work practices.
• Inspect finished parts with calipers, micrometers, and gauges.

Recommended Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five or more years of hands-on machining experience.
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T knowledge.
• Experience setting up and running CNC mills and lathes.
• Ability to lead a small team and train others.
• Solid math skills and attention to detail.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with CAD or CAM software.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing practices.
• Welding or fabrication experience.
• Prior lead or supervisory role in a machine shop.
• Formal machinist apprenticeship or technical certificate.

Job Titles That Should Apply

CNC Machinist, Senior Machinist, Machine Shop Supervisor, Tool and Die Machinist, CNC Programmer, Manual Machinist, Production Machinist, Machining Team Lead, Setup Machinist

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic - they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

Required Skills:

• Resume Offers
• Support
• Welding Operations
• Machinery
• Salary
• Hiring
• Partnerships
• Recruiting
• Compensation
• Continuous Improvement
• Quality Control
• Manufacturing
• Programming
• Materials Preparation
• Software Maintenance
• Engineering Leadership

Salary Package:

$ 57,000.00 - 87,000.00 (US Dollar)