CNC Machinist – Team Leader

Job Description

<p><b>Position Objective</b><br> Support the foreman by maintaining a constant presence on the shop floor to assist machinists in the production of single-unit or small-batch parts. Provide the necessary tools, information, and adjustments to ensure smooth and predictable production, while anticipating machining-related technical issues.</p>
<p><b>Main Responsibilities<br>under supervision of the forman</b></p>
<p><b>Direct Production Support (priority)</b></p>
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<p>Maintain continuous presence on the shop floor to support machinists (lathes and machining centers).</p>
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<p>Analyze new parts: anticipate assembly, tooling, and machining strategy issues.</p>
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<p>Confirm the availability of required programs, tools, and setups ahead of time.</p>
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<p>Respond quickly to unexpected events and implement preventive measures.</p>
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<p>Adjust programs on-site when necessary (quick fixes, simple optimizations).</p>
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<p><b>Knowledge Transfer & CNC Performance</b></p>
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<p>Train machinists on blueprint reading, manufacturing sequences, and precautions to be taken.</p>
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<p>Optimize cycle times for new parts without compromising quality.</p>
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<p>Suggest process improvements in collaboration with the methods engineer.</p>
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<p><b>Communication & Coordination</b></p>
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<p>Escalate needs or bottlenecks to the foreman for prompt resolution.</p>
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<p>Document recurring issues to feed continuous improvement efforts.</p>
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<p><b>Desired Profile</b></p>
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<p>Minimum of 5 years of experience in CNC machining.</p>
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<p>Ability to manage priorities and anticipate issues in a custom production environment.</p>
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<p>Discreet leadership, team spirit, and ease in sharing know-how.</p>
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<p>Strong knowledge of Fanuc and Okuma controls.</p>
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<p>Asset: ability to communicate in English.</p>
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<p><b>Position Benefits</b></p>
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<p>Stable schedule, human-centered and highly technical environment.</p>
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<p>Involvement in decisions related to tooling, methods, and shop performance.</p>
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