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Lead Machinist

Location: Ringwood
Posted on: June 23, 2025

Job Description:

Lead Machinist Position with Growing Machine Shop / $35-$45 an hour / Room for Growth This Jobot Job is hosted by: Ken McClure Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $35 - $45 per hour A bit about us: We are a growing machine shop and industry leader looking for a lead machinst to join our growing team. Why join us? $35-$45 an hour Competitive Pay Rate Great Benefits Room for Growth Overtime Job Details Are you an experienced machinist looking for a challenging role in a dynamic and innovative manufacturing environment? We are seeking a Permanent Lead Machinist to join our team and play a vital role in the production process. This is a unique opportunity to utilize your skills and experience in CNC machining to lead a team and drive efficiency and productivity. As a Permanent Lead Machinist, you will be responsible for overseeing all machining operations, ensuring quality control, and mentoring junior machinists. Responsibilities: Supervise and lead a team of machinists, providing guidance and mentorship to junior members. Oversee all CNC machining operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and quality control. Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings. Set up, operate, and maintain CNC machines to perform tasks such as drilling, grinding, milling etc. Understand specifications of the task at hand and the desired result by reading blueprints, mechanical drawings etc. Translate instructions into computer commands so the machines can perform the correct function. Prepare and load raw materials and parts onto the machines. Inspect and measure finished products and compare them with requirements to determine if the process has been completed properly. Check and maintain machinery daily to ensure functionality. Adhere to all safety protocol, including use of personal protective equipment and ensuring machinery and tools are in safe operating condition. Participate in ongoing training and development opportunities to maintain current knowledge in the field. Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent required. Associate’s degree or completion of a machinist apprenticeship preferred. A minimum of 5 years of experience as a CNC machinist is required. Proven experience as a lead or supervisory machinist is strongly preferred. In-depth knowledge of the working properties of metals and other materials. Proficiency in reading and interpreting mechanical documents and drawings. Computer savvy with a detailed understanding of computer-aided design (CAD) software. Mechanical aptitude and good math skills. A keen eye for detail and results-driven approach. Excellent leadership and team management skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement. Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Keywords: , Hamilton , Lead Machinist, Engineering , Ringwood, New Jersey


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