Manufacturing Lead (Weekend Shift)

WST FAB LLC; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Wisconsin is seeking a CNC Machine Operator responsible for leading a team in the manufacturing of parts. This role involves setting up, programming, and operating CNC machines, interpreting blueprints, and ensuring quality control. Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant experience in machining. Strong training skills are essential to develop and guide new hires. This position offers the opportunity to improve machining processes and contribute to team success.

Qualifications

• Must have one to three years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications.
• Experience with precision measuring devices.

Responsibilities

• Set up, program, and operate CNC machines.
• Perform complex machine setups and critical operations.
• Ensure quality of workpieces and conduct preventive maintenance.
• Train new hires and ensure compliance with training standards.

Skills

CNC machine operation

Blueprint interpretation

Preventive maintenance

Training and development

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Responsible for leading the team and manufacture of parts per plant specifications in an accurate and timely manner utilizing manual and CNC machine centers and assists in training of teammates.

Responsibilities

• Set up; program and operate CNC machines.
• Read and interpret blueprint specifications to determine procedures and operations sequence.
• Perform complex machine set ups and critical operations, subject to review.
• Operate various hand tools, power hand tools, and machine tools to make finish adjustments to products.
• Use a variety of precision measuring devices to set up and adjust work and verify conformance of work to specifications.
• Ensure quality of workpieces.
• Perform general preventive maintenance work on tools and equipment.
• Train new hires in accordance with the training program and company standards.
• Responsible for the quality and productivity of trainees.
• Continuous improvement and training of all machining staff. Re-train staff that require corrective action to maintain department standards.
• Collaborates with Machining Manager to measure the effectiveness of training program to make necessary adjustments and improvements.
• Assists in the decision-making process of future machine and tooling purchases.
• Meets with engineering to discuss potential machine problems.
• Assists HR with training documentation.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent, one to three years’ relevant experience, or equivalent combination of both.