Lead Machinist – Delta Township Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Delta Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 56,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network is seeking a Lead Machinist for opportunities in and around Delta Township, MI. The role focuses on leading machining teams, reading blueprints, and maintaining tight tolerances while operating CNC and manual machines daily.

Salary ranges from $56,000 to $86,000 depending on experience; ideal candidates will have five or more years of hands-on machining, GD&T proficiency, and the ability to train others. Work authorization in the U.S. required.

Qualifications

• 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.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

Skills

Five+ years machining experience

Blueprint reading & GD&T

CNC mills & lathes setup/run

Leadership & training

Math skills & attention to detail

High school diploma or equivalent

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description:

Lead Machinist | Delta Township, MI

Salary Range: $56,000 – $86,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for excelling as a lead machinist? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We collaborate with companies in the Delta Township 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 Delta Township in Eaton County, within about 30 minutes of the city, including Grand Ledge, Dimondale, and Portland.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across the Delta Township area seeking Lead Machinists who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Usual Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

Recommended Qualifications

• 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.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Bonus Qualifications

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

Job Titles That Should Apply

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

The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search – market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we’ll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.

Required Skills:

Resume Offers Access Support Operations Machinery Salary Hiring Partnerships Recruiting Compensation Continuous Improvement Optimization Manufacturing Specifications Programming Troubleshooting Preparation Software Maintenance Engineering Training

Salary Package:

$ 56,000.00 – 86,000.00 (US Dollar)