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Lead CNC Programmer‑Machinist, Multi‑Axis Mazak

Step into a leadership role where precision work supports national defense. As our second‑shift lead in the Machining Department, you guide a skilled crew, program complex parts, and keep production moving smoothly through the night.

About Micro Precision

For 40+ years, Micro Precision has delivered mission‑critical machining for national defense and homeland security. Our promise: protect America with zero‑fail accuracy, uncompromising quality, and steadfast dedication to our customers and partners.

A Day in the Life

• Kick off the shift by reviewing priorities, work orders, and tooling with your team; coordinate with the Machining Supervisor on goals.
• Provide hands‑on assistance with setups and programming to fellow machinists.
• Program and operate CNC mills and lathes (Mazak focus; Fryer lathe experience valued) for a variety of operations.
• Execute setups, changeovers, and first‑article verification to meet quality and throughput targets.
• Follow quality assurance procedures; maintain accurate production and quality logs.
• Communicate nightly production status to the Manufacturing Manager.
• Maintain a clean, organized cell and recommend tooling/strategy improvements that boost productivity.
• Tackle other duties as responsibilities necessitate.

Role Details

• Department: Machining
• Reporting to: Machining Supervisor
• FTE: Full‑Time (Monday–Thursday, 10‑hour shifts)
• Shift: 2nd
• Pay Range: $35.00 – $40.00 per hour
• Sign‑On Bonus: Sign on bonus for well qualified candidates.
• Benefits: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance; FSA; 401K and 401K Match; Life Insurance; Employee Assistance Program; Employee Referral Program; Tuition Reimbursement; Paid Time Off; Flexible Schedule Options.

What You Bring

• Required: US Citizenship is required per DoD requirements
• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Formal training or relevant experience operating CNC machine tools
• Experience with ERP systems
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively to identify and resolve issues
• Positive, team‑first attitude
• Proficiency programming and operating Mazak control mills and lathes
• Experience with Fryer lathes

Physical & Mental Demands

Focus on detailed tasks for 45–60 minutes at a time with occasional interruptions. Grasp the concepts behind related processes, recall multiple tasks for yourself and others, prioritize amid shifting deadlines, and communicate clearly in both speech and writing.

Environment

Industrial shop setting with dust, dirt, and metal debris typical of manufacturing; moderate noise levels.

Proficiencies

• CNC Programming
• CNC Machine Setup & Changeover
• Supervision

EEOC Statement:

Micro Precision Group is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.