Lead CNC Machinist

Location: Cincinnati OH (Northwest Cincinnati)
Industry: Precision Machining / Metal Fabrication
Schedule/Shift: Full-Time First Shift Monday - Thursday
Compensation Range: $30.00$42.00 per hour based on experience
Employment Structure: Direct Hire Full-Time

We are partnering with an established Cincinnati-area manufacturing company to identify an exceptional CNC Machinist who can serve as a senior technical resource within its machining operation.

This opportunity is designed for a highly skilled hands-on machinist who thrives in a fast-paced high-mix manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate can independently manage multiple CNC milling setups per shift troubleshoot complex machining challenges and consistently deliver precision parts without sacrificing quality or efficiency.

Beyond technical expertise this individual will play an important role in developing less experienced machinists sharing knowledge improving processes and helping elevate the overall capabilities of the machining team.

This is a working hands-on position for someone who takes ownership of their work enjoys solving problems and wants to be recognized as a go-to technical resource.

• Independently set up operate and troubleshoot 3-axis CNC vertical milling machines in a high-mix manufacturing environment.
• Complete an average of 23 different machining setups per shift with the flexibility to accommodate additional changeovers as production demands require.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings blueprints specifications and machining instructions.
• Establish verify and adjust tool offsets work offsets and cutter compensation to maintain dimensional accuracy.
• Read interpret and edit G-code and M-code programs directly at CNC machine controllers.
• Identify and resolve machining issues involving programs tooling fixtures workholding setups and part dimensions.
• Consistently manufacture and inspect components to specified tolerances including 0.005 inch or tighter as required.
• Perform first-piece inspections and make necessary adjustments to ensure production quality.
• Optimize setups tooling selections and machining processes to improve efficiency and minimize downtime.
• Serve as a technical resource for less experienced machinists providing hands-on training troubleshooting support and guidance on machining best practices.
• Collaborate with manufacturing leadership engineering and quality personnel to resolve production challenges and improve shop-floor performance.
• Maintain safe organized and efficient machining operations while balancing productivity and precision.

• Minimum of 5 years of CNC machining experience with demonstrated progression in technical responsibility setup capabilities and independent problem-solving.
• Strong hands-on experience setting up and operating 3-axis CNC vertical machining centers.
• Proven ability to independently perform complete machine setups including tooling workholding program verification offsets and first-article inspection.
• Experience reading understanding and editing G-code and M-code at the machine controller.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot machining operations and correct dimensional or process-related issues without constant supervision.
• Ability to consistently produce parts within 0.005-inch tolerances and verify results using precision measuring instruments.
• Experience managing multiple setups changing priorities and varied part geometries in a production environment.
• Strong blueprint reading shop mathematics and practical machining knowledge.
• Willingness and ability to mentor train and support developing machinists while maintaining personal production responsibilities.
• Strong mechanical aptitude attention to detail personal accountability and commitment to quality.
• Experience in a job-shop high-mix/low-volume or custom manufacturing environment strongly preferred.
• Prior experience as a Lead Machinist Senior Setup Machinist Toolmaker or technical resource is advantageous; a formal leadership title is not required.

• Competitive Compensation: $30.00$42.00 per hour commensurate with technical experience and capabilities.
• Technical Ownership: Work independently on a variety of machining challenges rather than repetitive single-part production.
• Meaningful Influence: Help develop the next generation of machinists while contributing directly to production success.
• Variety and Challenge: Work in an environment where machining expertise adaptability and problem-solving are valued.
• Career Opportunity: Join an established manufacturing operation where experienced dependable machinists can make a measurable impact.