Lead Machinist: Precision Leader & Mentor

Superior Aerospace; Fridley (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Superior Aerospace is seeking an experienced Lead Machinist to support daily machining operations and guide shop-floor staff in delivering precision parts that meet customer, engineering, and quality requirements.

The ideal candidate has strong machining experience, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to train others while managing multiple production priorities. Join a team committed to quality and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of machining experience.
• Ability to read complex engineering drawings and specifications.
• Ability to use a micrometer to measure to ten-thousandths of an inch.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Leadership experience and ability to train and evaluate employees.
• Working knowledge of ISO quality processes, records control, and process control.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machines for new and repeat production jobs.
• Read and interpret complex engineering drawings and specifications.
• Load, run, measure, and inspect precision parts.
• Adjust machine controls and edit computerized machine commands as needed.
• Assemble the tooling required for production jobs.
• Use micrometers and other measuring equipment to verify conformance to specifications.
• Identify defects, inefficiencies, and opportunities to reduce wasted time and motion.
• Work with Engineering, Manufacturing, and supervisory personnel to resolve technical or production issues.
• Train and evaluate shop-floor operators.
• Accurately complete all required production and quality documentation.
• Clean, lubricate, and maintain machines, tools, and equipment.
• Follow company quality, safety, and process-control procedures.

Skills

Reading drawings

Micrometer usage

Attention to detail

Leadership experience

Training staff

ISO quality knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Superior Aerospace is seeking an experienced Lead Machinist to support daily machining operations and guide shop-floor staff in delivering precision parts that meet customer, engineering, and quality requirements.

The ideal candidate has strong machining experience, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to train others while managing multiple production priorities. Join a team committed to quality and continuous improvement.