CNC Machinist Lead – $34/hr + Profit Sharing (Flexible 1st Shift)

CNC Machinist Lead – $34/hr + Profit Sharing (Flexible 1st Shift)

• Technical Degree holder with a mastery of setup operations on large-scale milling centers and complex multi-axis machines is required
• 1st Shift: Typically 6:00 am – 2:00 pm (Monday – Friday) with available flexibility for 7:00 am – 3:00 pm or 8:00 am – 4:00 pm starts
• Pay is up to $34.00 per hour based on technical expertise and setup experience
• Great Incentives & Perks
• Full Benefits Package
• Must be a United States citizen or Green Card holder
• No remote as this is a 100% onsite position
• Full-time, Permanent W-2 employee
• Located in the Duluth, MN area

This full-time, permanent CNC Machinist Lead career opportunity is with a premier, attachment manufacturer. A global leader in the scrap recycling, construction, and demolition industries, fueled by a relentless commitment to innovation. This is a “people-first” culture where excellence is celebrated and longevity is the norm. If you are a highly technical machinist looking for a stable, family-oriented home where you are encouraged to grow and promoted from within, this is the perfect opportunity.

The successful candidate’s duties and responsibilities will encompass the following:

• Perform complete setups and independent operations on a variety of CNC and manual mills and lathes, including large-scale milling centers and multi-axis machines
• Edit G&M code and optimize programs to manufacture precision hydraulic components from high-strength steels and specialized alloys
• Interpret complex blueprints and technical drawings to determine dimensions, tolerances, and the sequence of operations for custom heavy equipment builds
• Utilize precision measuring instruments (calipers, bore gages, micrometers) to verify 100% conformance to exact specifications and high-tolerance standards
• Collaborate directly with engineering and fabrication teams to troubleshoot program issues, resolve machining problems, and optimize production efficiency
• Maintain equipment and workspace through routine machine maintenance and adherence to 5S and safety-first manufacturing protocols

The background of the successful candidate must include the following:

• A minimum of a 2-year Technical Diploma or Associate’s Degree in CNC Machining, Machine Tool, or a related field
• Proven technical mastery of G&M codes and shop math; you must be a true machinist, not just a “button pusher.”
• Significant experience in setting up and operating large milling centers and performing close-tolerance work on complex workpieces
• Familiarity with 5-axis machining is a major plus, though not required (internal training is available)
• A stable and reliable work history. Candidates with a pattern of changing jobs every two years will not be considered
• Being a US citizen or Green Card holder