Senior CNC Lead - 2nd Shift, Multi-Axis Precision

Northeast Tool & Manufacturing; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Tool & Manufacturing is seeking a highly skilled CNC Supervisor for 2nd shift to lead our Manufacturing Team in a precision aerospace environment. The role combines advanced CNC setup, operation, troubleshooting, tooling optimization, and mentoring of CNC Machinists and Operators to meet demanding quality and delivery objectives.

The successful candidate will set the standard for machining excellence, drive process improvements, coordinate with shifts, uphold safety and 5S, and use

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 6+ years CNC machining experience; precision, tight‑tolerance machining preferred.
• Experience setting up and machining complex, tight‑tolerance components on multi‑axis CNC milling/turning platforms.
• Strong understanding of CNC machining processes, tooling, workholding, feeds and speeds, tolerances, and GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, train, and develop 2nd shift CNC Machinists and Operators, providing technical guidance and daily direction.
• Act as lead CNC Machinist for 2nd shift, performing setup, operation, troubleshooting, tooling optimization, and support for multi‑axis machining.
• Coordinate daily production activities, establish priorities, and monitor workflow to meet delivery, schedule, quality, and objectives.
• Drive process improvements and best practices related to CNC setup, machining techniques, tooling, and inspection methods.
• Maintain safety, 5S, and shop floor organization, and coordinate communication between shifts.

Skills

CNC setup & operations

Leadership & mentoring

Blueprint reading & GD&T

Process optimization

ERP/MRP familiarity

Education

Associate's degree in Manufacturing Technology

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Northeast Tool & Manufacturing is seeking a highly skilled CNC Supervisor for 2nd shift to lead our Manufacturing Team in a precision aerospace environment. The role combines advanced CNC setup, operation, troubleshooting, tooling optimization, and mentoring of CNC Machinists and Operators to meet demanding quality and delivery objectives.

The successful candidate will set the standard for machining excellence, drive process improvements, coordinate with shifts, uphold safety and 5S, and use