Lead Machinist – Paw Paw Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Paw Paw (MI); Presencial; USD 54.000 - 84.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Pivot Group Network is seeking a Lead Machinist in Paw Paw, MI. The role emphasizes leading machining activities, setting up CNC and manual machines, and ensuring parts meet tight tolerances from blueprints.

You’ll train and supervise shop floor machinists, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate production counts and quality checks across shifts with a focus on safety and calibration maintenance.

Formación

• Five or more years of hands-on machining experience.
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T knowledge.
• CNC mills and lathes experience.
• Ability to lead a small team and train others.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsabilidades

• 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.

Conocimientos

Blueprint reading

CNC machining

Team leadership

Quality inspection

GD&T knowledge

Math skills

Attention to detail

Lean manufacturing

CNC setup

Manual machining

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Herramientas

CAD

CAM software

Descripción del empleo

Job Description:

Lead Machinist | Paw Paw, MI

Salary Range: $54,000 - $84,000 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 Paw Paw 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 Paw Paw in Van Buren County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including South Haven, Bangor, Coloma, and Decatur.

The Opportunity

We work with companies in the Paw Paw area that add Lead Machinists to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you’re looking for.

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

• 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.
• Five or more years of hands‑on machining experience.
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T knowledge.

Bonus Qualifications

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

Job Titles That Should Apply

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

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out 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:

Readiness Resume Offers Support Lean Manufacturing Machinery Salary Hiring Partnerships Recruiting Compensation Mentoring Inspection Continuous Improvement Manufacturing Specifications Programming Materials Preparation Software Maintenance Engineering Training Leadership

Salary Package:

$ 54,000.00 - 84,000.00 (US Dollar)