Lead Machinist | CNC & GD&T Expert

The Pivot Group Careers; Plainwell (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is recruiting for Lead Machinist opportunities in Plainwell, MI. This role centers on leading machinists, setting up CNC and manual equipment, and ensuring parts meet tight tolerances through precise inspection and calibration.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of hands-on machining experience, strong blueprint reading and GD&T knowledge, and the ability to lead a small team. A high school diploma is required, with CAD/CAM experience considered a plus.

Qualifications

• Ability to lead a small team and train others.
• Solid math skills and attention to detail.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead and train machinists on setup, tooling, and safe work practices.
• Inspect finished parts with calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• 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.

Skills

Lead a small team

Math skills

Machining experience

Blueprint reading & GD&T

CNC mill & lathe setup/run

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CAD/CAM software

Job description

The Pivot Group Network is recruiting for Lead Machinist opportunities in Plainwell, MI. This role centers on leading machinists, setting up CNC and manual equipment, and ensuring parts meet tight tolerances through precise inspection and calibration.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of hands-on machining experience, strong blueprint reading and GD&T knowledge, and the ability to lead a small team. A high school diploma is required, with CAD/CAM experience considered a plus.