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CNC Manufacturing Floor Lead

Automatic Products Corporation

Garland, Texas

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SKILLS
Aerospace and Defense, CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Systems, CNC Milling Machine, Capability Maturity Model (CMM), Continuous Improvement, Cutting Tools, Documentation, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Engineering Drawing, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, Identify Issues, Lathe, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Machine Tool, Machining, Machining Operations, Manufacturing, Mentoring, Operations Processes, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Production Control, Production Machining, Quality Engineering, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Record Keeping, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Staff Training, Technical Drawing, Time Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Garland, Texas
POSTED
30+ days ago
CNC Manufacturing Floor Lead

Position Summary

The CNC Manufacturing Floor Lead oversees high-quality machining output and adherence to safety and production standards.  This role combines leadership responsibilities with hands-on CNC machining expertise, including performing complex setup, troubleshooting machining issues, and supporting team of operators and machinist.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Production Oversight
 
  • Lead, mentor, and support CNC operators and machinists to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production.
  • Coordinate daily workflow, machine assignments, and production priorities based on schedule requirements.
  • Train new employees on machine operation, setup procedures, tooling, safety practices, and quality standards.
CNC Setup & Technical Expertise
  • Perform CNC machine setups on mills, lathes, or multi-axis machining centers, including fixturing, tooling, offsets, and program loading.
  • Read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, work instructions, and CNC programs (G-Code).
  • Troubleshoot machining issues related to tool wear, offsets, programming errors, and material inconsistencies.
  • Assist with process improvements to reduce setup times, improve part quality, and increase throughput.
Quality & Safety
  • Ensure all machined parts meet dimensional and visual inspection requirements per customer and internal specifications.
  • Conduct in-process inspections using precision measuring instruments  (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, CMM experience a plus.
  • Enforce all safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized, and compliant shop floor.
  • Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, and Production teams to resolve issues and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Documentation & Communication
  • Maintain accurate production records, setup sheets, and machine logs.
  • Provide feedback to engineering on manufacturability and process optimization.
  • Communicate shift updates, machine status, and production challenges to management.
Qualifications

Required
  • 10+ years of CNC machining experience, including proven competency in machine setup.
  • Ability to read technical drawings and interpret GD&T.
  • Strong knowledge of cutting tools, machining parameters, feeds/speeds, and materials.
  • Experience with common CNC controls (Brothers, Haas, Mazak, Okuma, etc.).
  • Demonstrated leadership or lead-operator experience.
Preferred
  • Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment (aerospace, defense, energy, etc)
  • Familiarity with lean manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, or continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Ability to edit CNC programs at the machine.
  • Experience with scheduling systems or ERP/MES platforms

About the Company

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Automatic Products Corporation