Machine Shop Lead

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POSITION SUMMARY:
The Machine Shop Supervisor is responsible for overseeing execution of department production demands, leading a team of machinists in setting up and machining production parts, prototypes, and tooling. This position is a working supervisor role and will spend at least 50 percent of the time machining parts to specifications using both manual and CNC machine tools such as lathes, diamond turning lathes, Swiss lathes, and mills. The supervisor will measure, examine, and test completed units in order to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and drop gauges. This position is expected to drive continuous improvement in the department. This work will be completed by engaging with Engineering and Operations leaders to identify inefficiencies, brainstorm ideas, and execute on improvement projects. Possible improvements may include, but not be limited to, production scheduling, product flow and footprint refinement, work cell creation, 5S, work center staging, daily management meetings, and employee development plans. The shop mostly runs low-volume tight-tolerance parts. Competency in CNC programming using MasterCam is essential.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Program CNC machines in MasterCam
• Train operators on various machine shop skills, including running manual and CNC machines and programming CNC equipment
• Autonomously manage departmental functions, including the implementation and management of continuous improvement actions
• Manufacture and measure product with tolerance < 0.0001”
• Set up, adjust, and operate all the basic machine tools and many specialized or advanced variation tools in order to perform precision machining operations
• Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials onto machines
• Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process
• Study sample parts, blueprints, drawings, and engineering information in order to determine methods and sequences of operations needed to fabricate products and determine product dimensions and tolerances
• Select the appropriate tools, machines, and materials to be used in preparation of machinery work
• Lay out, measure, and mark metal stock in order to display placement of cuts
• Observe and listen to operating machines or equipment in order to diagnose machine malfunctions and determine need for adjustments or repairs
• Program computers and electronic instruments such as numerically controlled machine tools
• Set controls to regulate machining, enter commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine controls
• Confer with engineering, management, and manufacturing personnel in order to exchange technical information, including input to estimation of new jobs
• Establish work procedures for fabricating products using a variety of metalworking machines
• Design fixtures, tooling, and experimental parts to meet special engineering needs
• Comply with health and safety policies and procedures
• Support company values including ethical conduct and high integrity in all actions
• Operate lathes and mills (both CNC and manual)
• Perform various deburring of metal parts
• Estimate new jobs
• Monitor and edit Kronos timekeeping of the Machine Shop Team
• Conduct daily review of production schedule to ensure on-time delivery
• Monitor ECO distribution and change process as needed
• Assist Manufacturing Manager with performance appraisals for machine shop employees

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Working knowledge of CNC mills, lathes, and Swiss lathe machine centers, including Tsugami Swiss Lathe operation, troubleshooting, and workflow support
• Proficiency in MasterCam programming; familiarity with other programming tools used in the shop
• Understanding of prototype machining processes, setups, and sequencing
• Knowledge of machining tolerances, including ultra-tight precision requirements (< 0.0001”) and the inspection methods needed to verify quality
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, sketches, drawin