Machine Shop Lead: Precision CNC & Mentoring on-site

JC Custom Machining & Design, Inc.; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

JC Custom Machining & Design, Inc., based in Hillsboro, OR, seeks a Machine Shop Lead to supervise day-to-day operations, plan and prioritize jobs, assign tasks to machinists, and ensure production schedules and quality standards are met.

You will oversee CNC and manual machine setup and operation, review drawings, and support problem-solving on complex machining jobs. Collaboration with engineering and quality teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Several years of progressive machining experience, with lead or supervisory experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and GD&T.
• Experience with CNC and manual machine setup and operation.
• Strong emphasis on quality, inspection techniques, and CMM use.
• Leadership: plan and prioritize jobs, mentor machinists, manage production priorities.
• Commitment to safety, housekeeping, and shop discipline.

Responsibilities

• Supervise setup and operation of CNC and manual machines to meet production targets.
• Review drawings and specifications; ensure adherence to tolerances and process controls.
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to solve complex machining challenges.
• Plan and prioritize shop workload; assign tasks and monitor progress.
• Train, mentor, and develop machinists; uphold safety and shop discipline.
• Monitor equipment maintenance needs and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

CNC & manual machining

Reading drawings & GD&T

Leadership & mentoring

Quality & inspection

Safety & shop discipline

Communication & collaboration

Lead/supervisory experience

CMM usage

Tools

CMM

Job description

JC Custom Machining & Design, Inc., based in Hillsboro, OR, seeks a Machine Shop Lead to supervise day-to-day operations, plan and prioritize jobs, assign tasks to machinists, and ensure production schedules and quality standards are met.

You will oversee CNC and manual machine setup and operation, review drawings, and support problem-solving on complex machining jobs. Collaboration with engineering and quality teams is essential.