Night Shift CNC Team Lead — Mentor, Optimize & Lead Machining

Silfex, Inc. - A Division of Lam Research Corporation; Springfield (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Silfex Inc., a Lam Research Company, seeks a CNC Machining Team Lead for the 6pm–6am shift in Springfield, OH. You will lead 3–5 axis CNC setup and operation, ensuring part quality through precise metrology and G&M programming.

You will mentor machinists, coordinate with engineering and quality, and drive lean improvements while upholding 5S and safety standards in a fast-paced shop environment.

Qualifications

• Six or more years operating CNC machines with leadership experience (prefer Silfex).
• Fluent in G&M code programming and reading drawings.
• Strong math skills, including trigonometry, and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of 5S and Lean manufacturing concepts.
• Ability to teach standard practices and mentor machinists.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate 3- to 5-axis CNC machine tools per work instructions and plans, including offsets.
• Operate multiple production machines and test machine safety features during set-up.
• Verify conformance with dimensional and visual inspections using precision measuring tools.
• Provide training and guidance to machinists.
• Read, write, and understand G&M code programming.
• Set up complex CNC machines and suggest process improvements to engineering.
• Maintain quality by measuring, detecting malfunctions, and replacing worn tools.
• Document measurements and observations in logs.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality control, metrology, and programming to resolve issues.
• Act as acting lead in the absence of the direct supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

CNC leadership

G&M programming

Metrology & inspection

Lean manufacturing

Team training

Mathematics (trigonometry)

Effective communication

5S / workplace organization

Education

HS diploma or GED

Associate degree or technical diploma (preferred)

Tools

CMM

Calipers & micrometers

G-code software

Job description

Silfex Inc., a Lam Research Company, seeks a CNC Machining Team Lead for the 6pm–6am shift in Springfield, OH. You will lead 3–5 axis CNC setup and operation, ensuring part quality through precise metrology and G&M programming.

You will mentor machinists, coordinate with engineering and quality, and drive lean improvements while upholding 5S and safety standards in a fast-paced shop environment.