Department Lead, Machine Shop (Internal Candidates Only)

Build Quality. Lead the Team. Keep Production Moving.

We’re looking for an experienced Machine Shop Lead who brings together strong machining knowledge and hands-on leadership.  In this role, you’ll help lead the daily activities of the Machine Shop while working alongside the team to produce high-quality machined components. You’ll coordinate workflow, support and train employees, troubleshoot machining and production issues, and help ensure work is completed safely, accurately, and efficiently.

If you’re an experienced machinist who enjoys solving problems, developing others, and keeping a busy shop running smoothly, this could be a great next step in your career.

What You’ll Do

Lead the Team

• Plan, assign, and direct daily work within the Machine Shop.
• Coordinate staffing and move employees between workstations or departments based on production needs.
• Train and support employees on machining processes, equipment, quality requirements, and safe work practices.
• Provide clear, professional direction and communicate effectively with employees, fellow leads, supervisors, engineering, programmers, and production personnel.
• Provide the supervisor with meaningful feedback to support employee perfor