Team Lead – Lathe/Milling/Fabrication

Plansee Group; Franklin (MA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical - 90% paid + deductible

Dental

Vision

Flexible spending accounts

Company paid life and disability

Job summary

Plansee USA LLC in Franklin, USA, seeks experienced manufacturing personnel to supervise operators and coordinate CNC machining duties. The role focuses on planning, training, and maintaining high quality output in a precision metals environment.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, plus CNC knowledge and at least five years in manufacturing. Join a team committed to lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; vocational certs preferred.
• 5+ years in a manufacturing environment.
• Familiar with CNC tools, programming/editing lathe/mill.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate operator/machinist assignments to keep production efficient.
• Assist supervision in planning manufacturing processes and improvements.
• Perform routine machine operations including start-up/shutdown.

Skills

CNC programming

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Vocational technical certification

Tools

MS Office

SAP

Job description

What makes us strong?

Our employees in 50 countries worldwide – all working with passion to enable high-tech applications with our strong metals: tungsten and molybdenum.

At our Plansee site in Franklin, USA, we specialize in transforming semi-finished molybdenum and tungsten products into complex components—leveraging decades of precision manufacturing and engineering excellence.

Join a highly motivated team in Franklin, USA, where local expertise meets the global knowledge and values of the Plansee Group.

Position type: Hourly

• Coordinates the assignments of operators/machinists to ensure efficient production and assists supervision in the planning of manufacturing processes and improvements.
• Assist with administrative tasks as directed and provide feedback to supervisor relating to performance of team members and/or equipment.
• Performs routine operations of assigned machine(s), including but not limited to start-up/shutdown and operation of equipment.
• Monitors machine performance regarding quality output and quality of parts produced using standard inspection instruments.
• Responsible for training new employees in set-up, operation and maintenance of equipment.
• Update, develop and troubleshoot machine programs and tooling problems and correct as necessary to maintain production.
• Provide group leadership in the attainment of goals with respect to safety, cost, production and compliance to ISO: 9001:2000 and AS9100 quality standards.
• Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities and continuing needs.
• Assist in providing input to team members’ annual performance review.
• Stay current on new/improved machining methods, CNC program enhancements and state-of-the-art tools.
• Embrace ownership for accomplishing new and different requests and explore opportunities to add value to job accomplishment.
• Support company policies, procedures and safety regulations.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED. Vocational technical certification is preferred.
• Five years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Must be familiar with CNC machine tools and functions, programming and editing lathe and/or milling machines.
• Must be familiar with all phases of metal fabrication, assembly and equipment.
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices and procedures including lean manufacturing principles and techniques.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts, including basic trigonometry.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Proficiency in using MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Experience using MRP system (SAP) desired.
• Demonstrated leadership ability, including coaching, mentoring, and developing employees; fostering positive and productive working relationships; effectively managing team performance; and utilizing strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, with the ability to build trust, collaborate across teams, manage relationships effectively, and create a positive and inclusive work environment.

Benefits

• Medical - 90% paid for with 100% reimbursement on deductible
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible spending accounts
• Company paid life and disability insurance
• 401 K w/ company match
• Time off Benefits
• Pay range: $34-$39 commensurate with experience + Bonus plan
• And much more!

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Plansee USA LLC