Machine Shop Lead / Foreman - 2nd / 3rd shifts

Inova Staffing; Mentor (OH); Presencial; USD 34.000 - 44.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Inova Staffing is seeking a Machine Shop Lead / Foreman to supervise a fast-paced precision machining shop in Mentor, OH. The role pays $25–$32 per hour and requires overtime after training, including some Saturdays.

You will lead setups, troubleshoot, and drive efficiency while ensuring quality. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in mechanical troubleshooting, blueprints reading, and lean practices, plus experience with drilling/tapping and precision gauges.

Formación

• High school diploma or GED; technical degree preferred.
• At least five years of hands-on mechanical troubleshooting in precision machining.
• Ability to read complex drawings and blueprints.
• Experience with drilling, tapping, and multi-spindle equipment.
• Proficiency with micrometers and gauges; Lean/5S knowledge.

Responsabilidades

• Troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical problems on drilling, tapping, and rotary transfer equipment.
• Lead complex machine setups and resolve issues that operators or setup technicians cannot correct.
• Improve machine speeds, feeds, tooling performance, and changeover times.
• Review tool wear, recurring faults, and cycle times to identify improvements.
• Update setup sheets within 24 hours of setup completion.
• Inspect parts, support first‑piece approvals, and verify trainees’ work.
• Train operators and setup personnel and document their progress.
• Assign employees to machines based on production priorities and skill levels.
• Communicate production priorities and unresolved equipment issues between shifts.
• Maintain safety standards, organized work areas, and 5S practices.
• Address routine employee concerns and elevate significant issues to the Production Manager.

Conocimientos

Machining troubleshooting

Read blueprints

Lean/5S

Measuring tools

Coaching/communication

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Technical associate or bachelor preferred

Herramientas

Micrometers

Optical comparators

Thread gauges

Descripción del empleo

Machine Shop Lead / Foreman

Pay: $25–$32 per hour, based on experience. Available shifts: 2nd shift: Monday–Friday, 2:30 p.m.–11:30 p.m.; 3rd shift: Sunday night–Friday morning, 10:30 p.m.–7:30 a.m. Mandatory overtime is required after completing training, including Saturday coverage as needed.

What you’ll do

• Troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical problems on drilling, tapping, and rotary transfer equipment.
• Lead complex machine setups and resolve issues that operators or setup technicians cannot correct.
• Improve machine speeds, feeds, tooling performance, and changeover times.
• Review tool wear, recurring faults, and cycle times to identify improvements.
• Update setup sheets within 24 hours of setup completion.
• Inspect parts, support first‑piece approvals, and verify trainees’ work.
• Train operators and setup personnel and document their progress.
• Assign employees to machines based on production priorities and skill levels.
• Communicate production priorities and unresolved equipment issues between shifts.
• Maintain safety standards, organized work areas, and 5S practices.
• Address routine employee concerns and elevate significant issues to the Production Manager.

What you’ll need

• At least five years of hands‑on mechanical troubleshooting and setup experience in precision machining.
• Strong knowledge of drilling and tapping, multi‑spindle equipment, high‑speed tapping heads, and precision tool geometry.
• Ability to read complex engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Proficiency with micrometers, thread gauges, pin gauges, and optical comparators.
• Knowledge of machining practices and Lean/5S methods.
• Ability to coach employees, communicate clearly, and remain calm under production pressure.
• Strong organization and planning skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and typing speed of at least 40 words per minute.
• High school diploma or GED.
• A technical associate’s or bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Work environment

Full‑time position in a fast‑paced precision manufacturing shop. Extended standing and movement around machinery. Lifting up to 50 pounds. Saturday coverage may be required up to three Saturdays per month.