CNC Machinist Lead 2nd Shift

WAGE RANGE: $40. 00 - $46. 00
SHIFT: 2nd

About Prototek
Prototek is a leading national provider of digital based manufacturing services including CNC machining, precision sheet metal fabrication, EDM, and additive manufacturing services. Prototek serves a variety of customer end markets, including aerospace, defense, medical, robotics, electronics, consumer, and general industrial. Prototek has manufacturing locations across the United States includingfacilities in New Hampshire, Wisconsin, California, Colorado, and Pennsylvania. Prototek is ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100D:2016 certified as well as ITAR Registered. For more information, visit prototek. com.

JOB SUMMARY:
The role of a CNC Lead Machinist is to work in conjunction with the CNC Supervisor/Manager to manage workloads and machining priorities of the CNC department. This position will provide supporting day-to-day leadership of personnel and problem-solving techniques to ensure project timelines and department goals are satisfied. This position will also be a contributing machinist of the department, using proficient machining techniques and processes to produce high precision parts. Being a clear communicator and having a positive influence on your team is crucial for success.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform essential functions of Lead position:
• Coordinate daily production needs with supervisor/manager and assist in establishing machining priorities
• Identify and communicate production challenges or successes and workload status
• Use good judgement to make sound and reasonable decisions related to machining and production, quality, and cost control
• Train and mentor new and current employees on department operations and procedures; ensure proper and complete knowledge of training
• Collaborate with project managers to calculate time and material costs for quoting purposes
• Collaborate with vendor representatives to maintain tools, equipment and supplies as required
• Research and recommend purchase of tools, equipment, and supplies as required
• Serve as backup to department supervisor/manger as necessary
• Other duties as assigned

• Perform intermediate to complex machining and programming activities in line with company capabilities
• Provide advice or solutions in technical areas for less experienced machinists
• Modify existing programs to enhance efficiency
• Design custom fixtures for work holding as needed
• Determine acceptable surface finishes
• Program and setup multiple machines to perform multi axis (3+1 and/or 3+2 indexing) machining
• Apply lathe concepts to machine parts more efficiently
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiencies for machining and tooling selection through research and development
• Perform essential functions of Machinist I-III

• Proficient knowledge of 2D and 3D programming and multi axis (3+1 and/or 3+2 indexing) machining
• Advanced knowledge of Lathe concepts including live tooling and dual spindle operations
• Proficient knowledge of complex fixturing techniques
• Proficient knowledge of print reading, high tolerance machining and geometric dimensioning
• Proficient knowledge of shop mechanics, mathematics, and measurement
• Proficient knowledge of material properties
• Proficient knowledge of commonly used hand and power tools
• Advanced computer literacy, including Fusion 360 or related CAM software
• Proficient knowledge of relationship management skills and conflict resolution

• Demonstrate leadership by approaching work positively and influencing and guiding colleagues
• Demonstrates motivation and accountability to achieve individual and department goals
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to collaborate with team members
• Organize, prioritize and manage multiple medium to high complexity projects in a cross-functional environment
• Demonstrate initiative and personal accountability to meet work demands, work effectively under pressure with limited supervision
• Grasps basic concepts, anticipate possible problems and generate solutions with basic problem-solving skills
• Exercises sound judgment in ambiguous situations when time is critical
• Ability to respond and adapt quickly to changing circumstances and facility needs
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to effectively maintain the facility and its equipment
• Demonstrates teamwork by sharing knowledge and helping where needed

• High School Diploma required
• 2-year Machining Degree preferred
• 2 years' experience with Sac EDM, or 8+ years of relevant setup and programming experience in a related industry

• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to use hands and fingers to operate computers, equipment, hand/power tools, etc. and handle and feel parts of various size
• Ability to bend, kneel and crouch occasionally throughout a shift
• Ability to push, pull or lift 50 lbs. moderately throughout a workday, occasionally 50+lbs with a team lift
• Ability to focus vision for: close vision, color vision, depth perception and adjusting to sharp focus

• Fast-paced environment
• Noise conditions can be moderate to extreme. Hearing protection will be provided if needed and/or by request
• Exposure to fumes and/or airborne particles
• Moving mechanical parts and vibrations
• Exposure to hot metal and machining components
• Exposure to various types of coolants and oils

• 1st Shift Work Schedule: 5 - 8-hour shifts
• 2nd Shift Work Schedule: 5 - 8-hour shifts
• Overtime as necessary
• Flexible scheduling in agreement with supervisor

• Career advancement opportunities
• Flexible Schedule
• Competitive pay scale
• Paid time off (PTO) starting at 80 hours with annual increase for each year of service
• 9 paid Holidays annually
• Education reimbursement program
• Health, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance
• Company paid life and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) match: 100% of 3% and 50% for 4% and 5%

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orien.