Senior Technical Lead - Precision Machining

R.W. Screw Products, Inc.; Massillon (OH); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

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Job summary

RW Screw is seeking an ACME Senior Technician – Technical Lead (Machining) based in Massillon, OH. This senior role drives advanced setup, optimization, and technical ownership of Acme-style multi-spindle machines, serving as the resource for operators and leading process improvements across assigned machines and product families.

The position requires hands-on leadership, strong problem-solving, and the ability to mentor others while maintaining strict safety and quality standards on the shop

Qualifications

• 10+ years hands-on experience setting up Acme or similar multi-spindle screw machines.
• Strong experience with cam-driven machining, timing adjustments, and multi-spindle process control.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex machining and process issues.
• Advanced knowledge of cutting tools, materials, feeds, speeds, and machine capabilities.
• Experience with precision measurement tools and inspection techniques.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and make sound technical decisions.
• Excellent communication across departments and shifts.
• Flexible shifts, overtime, and on-call as required to support production operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete setups and changeovers on Acme multi-spindle machines, including tooling selection, cam timing, feeds, speeds, and process optimization.
• Act as the technical lead for assigned machines or product families, ensuring stable, repeatable, and efficient processes.
• Diagnose and resolve complex machining, tooling, timing, and material issues impacting quality or throughput.
• Establish and maintain setup standards, tooling layouts, timing charts, and best practices.
• Support and mentor setup technicians and operators, providing hands-on training and technical guidance.
• Work closely with maintenance to improve machine reliability, uptime, and preventive maintenance strategies.
• Operate and oversee one or more Acme machines as needed.
• Maintain quality of workpieces after setups.
• Lead Kaizen initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery and cost.

Skills

Multi-spindle setup

Cam-driven machining

Troubleshooting

Tooling knowledge

Inspection tools

Problem solving

Communication skills

Safety & quality

Shift flexibility

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

RW Screw is seeking an ACME Senior Technician – Technical Lead (Machining) based in Massillon, OH. This senior role drives advanced setup, optimization, and technical ownership of Acme-style multi-spindle machines, serving as the resource for operators and leading process improvements across assigned machines and product families.

The position requires hands-on leadership, strong problem-solving, and the ability to mentor others while maintaining strict safety and quality standards on the shop