Machine Shop Lead

Full Time 21 hours from now

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Employment Information

Job Level Entry Level

Experience Less Than 1 Year

Job Type Full Time

Location Smithtown, New York

We are seeking a high-caliber Machine Shop Lead to drive production in our specialized aerospace facility. This is a "player-coach" position designed for a master machinist who thrives on technical challenges and enjoys mentoring a small, dedicated team. You will be the technical heartbeat of the shop, ensuring that flight-critical components are delivered with zero-defect precision.

Key Responsibilities

Lead by Example: Spend 60-70% of your time "under the hood"?performing complex CNC setups, proofing programs, and machining high-tolerance parts (Inconel, Titanium, Aluminum).
Production Management: Oversee daily workflow, delegate assignments, and ensure the team hits aggressive delivery milestones without compromising quality.
Technical Troubleshooting: Resolve complex machining issues, optimize feeds/speeds, and refine CAD/CAM programs (Mastercam preferred) to improve efficiency.
Quality & Compliance: Maintain our AS9100 standards. You will oversee first-article inspections and ensure 100% material traceability and documentation accuracy.
Mentorship: Train junior machinists on advanced setup techniques, blueprint reading, and the use of precision GD&T instruments.
Resource Management: Manage tooling inventory and coordinate preventative maintenance for our fleet of CNC mills and lathes.

What You Bring

Experience: 8+ years in CNC machining with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role within the aerospace sector.
Technical Mastery: Expert-level ability to read complex blueprints and apply advanced GD&T principles.
Tooling Knowledge: Deep understanding of specialized cutting tools and work-holding for exotic aerospace alloys.
Mindset: A "quality-first" mentality. You understand that in aerospace, there is no room for error.
Communication: Ability to interface effectively between the shop floor and senior engineering/management.

Why Join Us? We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects that literally take flight. If you are a master of your craft ready to lead a premier shop, we want to hear from you.

salary: $83,200 - $93,600 per year
shift: First
work hours: 7 AM - 3:30 PM
education: High School

Responsibilities

Production Oversight: Manage the daily workflow for CNC mills, lathes, and manual machines. You are responsible for scheduling jobs to meet tight aerospace deadlines and adjusting priorities when "hot" parts arise.
Technical Leadership: Act as the subject matter expert for complex setups. You?ll perform first-article setups, troubleshoot difficult tool paths, and mentor junior machinists on speeds, feeds, and work-holding strategies.
Programming & Optimization: Often involving hands-on CAD/CAM work (Mastercam, SolidWorks), you will optimize programs to reduce cycle times and improve surface finishes on flight-critical components.
Quality & Compliance: Ensure every part meets rigorous aerospace tolerances (often ?.0001"). You oversee "in-process" inspections and ensure all documentation/material certifications are meticulously maintained for traceability.
Tooling & Maintenance: Manage perishable tool inventory and coordinate preventative maintenance for high-value machinery to minimize downtime.
Safety & Culture: Enforce OSHA standards and foster a culture of precision. In aerospace, "good enough" doesn't exist; you set the standard for excellence.

SkillsTrimmingPress OperationFittingMoldingCNCSettingTendingMath and CalculationProspecting/Lead GenerationCarryingCuttingFinishingPolishingMoving MaterialSchedule AdherenceManufacturingDistributionLiftingExtrusionMonitoringMaintenanceInstructingProviding FeedbackInfluencingLeadingCycle CountingInventory AuditingStockingBlueprint ReadingTestingQuality AssuranceQuality ControlProduction ControlSupervisingMotivatingOperations
QualificationsYears of experience: 5 yearsExperience level: Experienced

Frequently asked questions

Machine Shop Lead is located in Smithtown, New York.

This Machine Shop Lead position is offered as Full Time.

This role requires Less Than 1 Year experience. Seniority level: Entry Level.

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