Machine Operator Lead - 1st Shift

Hubbell Incorporated; Hamilton (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Hubbell Incorporated seeks a Lead CNC Machine Operator to set up and run CNC equipment, mentor teammates, and uphold quality and safety on the production floor.

Your role includes reading blueprints, verifying tolerances, making tool and setup adjustments, and documenting inspections while training others.

This on-site position emphasizes reliability, teamwork, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of CNC machining experience.
• Previous lead or training experience preferred.
• Strong blueprint reading and measurement skills.
• Knowledge of machine setup, tooling, and basic troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machines to produce quality parts.
• Read and interpret blueprints and CNC prints, including tolerances to .000.
• Use calipers, micrometers, and other measuring tools to verify product quality.
• Monitor machine performance and make adjustments as needed.
• Assist operators with setups, troubleshooting, and technical questions.
• Complete quality inspections and required production documentation.
• Train and support team members on safe and efficient machine operation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

Skills

CNC machining

lead/training experience

blueprint reading

measurement skills

troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade school experience

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Measuring tools

Job description

The Lead CNC Machine Operator is responsible for operating and setting up CNC machines while providing support and guidance to team members on the production floor. This role helps ensure quality, safety, and production goals are consistently met while assisting with troubleshooting and training.

As a Lead CNC Machine Operator, your daily responsibilities will include:

• Set up and operate CNC machines to produce quality parts.
• Read and interpret blueprints and CNC prints, including tolerances to .000.
• Use calipers, micrometers, and other measuring tools to verify product quality.
• Monitor machine performance and make adjustments as needed.
• Assist operators with setups, troubleshooting, and technical questions.
• Complete quality inspections and required production documentation.
• Train and support team members on safe and efficient machine operation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

What will help you thrive in this role?

Experience & Skills

• 3+ years of CNC machining experience.
• Previous lead or training experience preferred.
• Strong blueprint reading and measurement skills.
• Knowledge of machine setup, tooling, and basic troubleshooting.

Education

• High school diploma, GED, or trade school experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 35 lbs regularly.
• Ability to work safely around manufacturing equipment and wear required PPE.

Hubbell Incorporated

Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.

The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.

We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.

Hubbell Electrical Solutions

Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. HES provides the critical components that allow operators of buildings, factories and other industrial infrastructure to connect, protect, wire and manage power.

Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.

The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.