Machine Shop Lead: Drive Quality & Team Growth

RiseMe; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Generous Paid Time Off

Medical Benefits

401(k) Plan

Job summary

RiseMe seeks an experienced Machine Shop Lead to join the Boise operation and guide daily shop activities while ensuring quality, safety, and on-time production.

You will read blueprints, set up CNC and manual equipment, supervise staff, and collaborate with engineering and programming to resolve production challenges. Forklift certified candidates are preferred, and the role offers strong growth in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or Machinist credentials, or equivalent.
• 1–2 years machine shop experience or training.
• Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan, assign, and direct daily work within the Machine Shop.
• Coordinate staffing and move employees between workstations or departments based on production needs.
• Train and support employees on machining processes, equipment, quality requirements, and safe work practices.
• Provide clear, professional direction and communicate effectively with employees, fellow leads, supervisors, engineering, programmers, and production personnel.
• Carry out Lead responsibilities in accordance with company policies and applicable requirements.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, sketches, specifications, manuals, and sample parts to determine dimensions, tolerances, machining sequences, and setup requirements.
• Set up and operate CNC and manual lathes, mills, drill presses, grinders, and other machine shop equipment.
• Monitor machining operations and make adjustments to correct malfunctions or out-of-tolerance conditions.
• Measure and verify finished components to ensure they meet specifications and quality requirements.
• Partner with engineering, production, programming, and other departments to resolve machining and assembly challenges.
• Handle part discrepancies, locate missing parts, and resolve part-related production issues.
• Use SAP to claim, schedule, and track parts.
• The team will contribute to a safe, organized shop focused on quality and continuous improvement.

Skills

CNC Lathes & Mills

Leadership

Blueprint Reading

Machining Knowledge

Education

Associates degree / Machinist credential

1–2 years machine shop experience

Equivalent education/experience

Tools

SAP

Job description

RiseMe seeks an experienced Machine Shop Lead to join the Boise operation and guide daily shop activities while ensuring quality, safety, and on-time production.

You will read blueprints, set up CNC and manual equipment, supervise staff, and collaborate with engineering and programming to resolve production challenges. Forklift certified candidates are preferred, and the role offers strong growth in a dynamic manufacturing environment.