| Location | Broken Arrow, OK |
Lead Setup Machinist 2nd Shift
Location: Broken Arrow, OK
Pay: BOE, depending on experience
Schedule: 2nd Shift | Monday-Thursday
Job Type: Full-Time
Lead Setup Machinist Must-Have Requirements
5+ years of CNC machining experience in a precision machine shop
Proficient with both CNC lathes and CNC mills
Strong CNC setup experience, including tooling, workholding, offsets, and program verification
Proficient making program edits and adjustments at Fanuc controls
Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints, GD&T, and setup documentation
Strong understanding of precision measurement and tight-tolerance machining
Ability to troubleshoot machining, tooling, programming, and quality issues
Strong leadership and communication skills
Ability to delegate work and make production decisions with limited supervision
Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
Lead Setup Machinist Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Lead Setup Machinist to oversee 2nd shift machining operations in a precision manufacturing environment. This position requires a highly skilled machinist who is proficient in both CNC lathes and mills and can serve as a technical resource for the machining team. The Lead Setup Machinist will handle complex setups, make Fanuc program edits, troubleshoot production issues, delegate work, and make day-to-day decisions with limited management support.
Lead Setup Machinist Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Set up and operate both CNC lathes and CNC mills
Select and install appropriate tooling, inserts, fixtures, workholding, and cutting tools
Load, verify, and edit CNC programs using Fanuc controls
Make program adjustments, offsets, and corrections to maintain quality and production requirements
Read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, setup sheets, work instructions, and job documentation
Perform first-piece and in-process inspections using micrometers, calipers, indicators, gauges, and other precision measuring equipment
Troubleshoot machining, tooling, programming, and equipment issues
Identify problems affecting quality, productivity, or machine uptime and determine appropriate solutions
Help prioritize jobs and delegate work to machinists and operators based on production needs
Provide technical guidance and support to less-experienced machinists
Monitor production progress and help keep jobs on schedule
Make decisions regarding setups, tooling, machining methods, and production priorities with limited supervision
Communicate production issues, quality concerns, and job status to management
Assist with training and development of machining personnel
Maintain accurate production and inspection documentation
Ensure proper quality and safety procedures are followed throughout the shift
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe machining environment
Lead Setup Machinist Additional Qualifications
Strong understanding of feeds, speeds, tooling, workholding, and machining processes
Experience machining complex, close-tolerance components
Experience with low-volume, high-mix precision machining preferred
Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability
Ability to read and modify existing CNC programs without extensive supervision
Experience working with steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and other industrial materials
Strong understanding of shop math and precision measurement
Previous lead, trainer, senior machinist, or informal leadership experience preferred
Ability to remain productive and make sound decisions in a fast-paced production environment
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