Machinist Team Lead | CNC & GD&T Expert

The Pivot Group Careers; Kentwood (MI); On-site; USD 61,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Kentwood, MI seeks a Lead Machinist to lead and train machinists, set up CNC and manual machines, and ensure tight tolerances on parts. The role emphasizes leadership, precision, and continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment.

Qualified candidates will have 5+ years of hands-on machining experience, strong blueprint reading and GD&T knowledge, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Salary ranges from $61,000 to $91,000 per year depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of hands-on machining experience.
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T knowledge.
• Ability to lead a small team and train others.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience setting up and running CNC mills and lathes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and train machinists on setup, tooling, and safe work practices.
• Inspect finished parts with calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Troubleshoot machine issues and adjust programs to correct defects.
• Plan job sequences and coordinate work across the shop floor.
• Maintain tooling inventory and keep machines clean and calibrated.
• Document production counts and quality checks for each shift.
• Set up and operate CNC and manual machines for daily production runs.
• Read blueprints and work from drawings to meet tight tolerances.

Skills

Team leadership

Math skills

Machining experience

Blueprint reading

GD&T knowledge

CNC setup

CNC milling

CNC turning

Education

High school diploma

Tools

CNC mills

CNC lathes

Job description

The Pivot Group Network in Kentwood, MI seeks a Lead Machinist to lead and train machinists, set up CNC and manual machines, and ensure tight tolerances on parts. The role emphasizes leadership, precision, and continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment.

Qualified candidates will have 5+ years of hands-on machining experience, strong blueprint reading and GD&T knowledge, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Salary ranges from $61,000 to $91,000 per year depending on experience.