CNC Lead

CNC Lead Why Join Oilgear As a leader in high-performance hydraulic solutions, The Oilgear Company offers a collaborative environment where innovation, efficiency, and reliability drive every decision. We empower employees with ownership of their work and support ongoing growth through professional development and continuous improvement

Summary:

Hands-on lead position responsible for CNC setup, machining, and inspection while coordinating daily work in the CNC area. Supports the Operations Manager by training operators, monitoring production priorities, resolving machining issues, and promoting safe work practices and consistent quality.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

• Coordinate daily CNC assignments and machine priorities with the Production Supervisor to support production schedules.
• Set up and operate CNC turning and machining centers to meet blueprint tolerances and finish requirements.
• Read drawings, specifications, setup instructions, and approved programs to produce quality parts.
• Secure tooling, fixtures, and workpieces; verify reference points, travel, stops, and clearances.
• Enter approved programs, prove out setups, and adjust tooling and offsets within authorized limits.
• Perform required inspections with precision instruments and accurately record results.
• Troubleshoot setup and machining issues; report defects and program variations to Supervision, Engineering, or Quality.
• Monitor production, downtime, scrap, and rework; communicate delays and resource needs.
• Train and mentor operators on operation, setups, inspection, and standard work; support cross-training.
• Provide daily guidance and feedback; attendance, performance, and employee concerns to the supervisor.
• Coordinate with Quality, Engineering, and Maintenance to resolve issues and improve tooling and work methods.
• Maintain accurate production records and meet established production and quality expectations.
• Model safe work practices, respond to hazards within training, and report unsafe conditions.
• Perform light preventive maintenance and keep equipment and work areas clean and orderly.
• Maintain reliable attendance, obtain required tools, and perform other duties assigned by Supervision or Management.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Demonstrated ability to operate two or more CNC turning centers or machining centers
• Knowledge of machine shop practices, tooling applications, CNC program formats, and safe operation
• Demonstrated ability to perform machine setups, tool adjustments, and prescribed inspections
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, tolerances, specifications, processes, and procedures
• Mechanical and mathematical skills needed for machining and accurate recordkeeping
• Ability to work independently, solve problems, and provide clear verbal and written instructions
• Demonstrated ability to train coworkers and coordinate daily work priorities
• Ability to work any assigned shift and meet physical demands, with or without reasonable accommodation

Preferred Qualifications:

• Technical or vocational training in CNC machining or a related manufacturing discipline
• Previous lead, mentoring, or operator training experience
• Experience troubleshooting CNC setups and improving tooling or machining methods
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methods

Scope & Flexibility Statement This job description outlines the general duties and requirements of the position and is not intended to be all-inclusive. Responsibilities may change or be added based on business needs. Equal Employment Opportunity & Accommodation Statement The Oilgear Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. The Oilgear Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state laws. Applicants or employees requiring accommodation may contact Human Resources. Employment Status Statement Employment with The Oilgear Company is at-will. This means that either the employee or The Oilgear Company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, in accordance with applicable law. Nothing in this job description or any other Company document should be interpreted as a contract of employment, an offer of continued employment, or a guarantee of employment for any specific duration.