Team Lead, Machining - 2nd Shift

Employment Type: Regular Full-time

Shift: 2nd Shift

Work Status: Onsite

Position Summary

The Team Lead, Machining TFR (Taco Fall River) coordinates employees who work in the machine shop, schedules and assigns work as required. They train CNC programmers and operators and oversee creation of computer numerical control (CNC) programs for manufacturing components, cutter selection, setup documentation, tooling design and drafting, CNC tooling programs, verification, and shop aid sketches. The Team Lead, Machining is responsible for troubleshooting the work of all employees within the machine shop that are responsible for the manufacturing of mid- to high-complexity components. They are subject matter experts on complex machining and also provide backup for the supervisor on second shift as needed. 

Measures of success:  

• Achieve the KPI of on-time deliveries 
• Ensure that earned labor hours align with expected targets
• Timely/successful training and evaluation of machine shop employees
• Accurately apply trade knowledge in the development and machining of manufacturing jigs and fixtures in the completion of product 

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

• Ensure that programmers are properly utilizing computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) software to select the appropriate cutting tools and speeds/feeds for a variety of material types in order to create CNC programs and instructions used to run a CNC machine 
• Troubleshoots complex machining and provides guidance to employees in the processing of those machining tasks
• Analyze job orders, drawings, blueprints, specifications, and design data to determine the appropriate machine tool, work holding and cutter selection, machine speeds, and feed rates
• Observe machine trial runs or conduct computer simulations to ensure that programs and machinery will function properly and produce items that meet specifications
• Oversee writing, storing, and modifying of original and/or existing CNC programs to enhance efficiency. Correct and guide programmers to resolve any CNC programming issues.
• Coordinate with design engineering on best practices and designs for machinability 
• Provide progress, status, and troubleshooting reports to management
• Approves recommended tooling purchases to determine the best consumables for particular processes and to ensure that operational budgets are met and maintained
• Maintains work area in a neat and organized manner to 5S standards
• Provide advanced training to machine shop employees and programmers in the operation of CNC equipment and set up 
• Provides feedback to management on an individual’s progress, abilities and aptitude
• Serves as the subject matter expert within the machining department, resolving complex issues  
• Designs and fabricates fixtures as required and participates in high level project reviews 
• Coordinates all shipping activities on second shift
• Coordinates all second shift manufacturing activities in absence of supervisor
• Participates in the interview processes to evaluate technical abilities
• Performs other duties as assigned 

Qualifications

Required: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent 
• 15+ years of experience operating and programming CNC equipment
• Ability to use Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word)  
• Demonstrated ability to lead a team in a heavy manufacturing environment
• Capability to mentor and train others and to share knowledge
• Blueprint reading, basic math, and understanding of measuring devices
• Good computer skills and advanced proficiency in querying, monitoring, and inputting NC machine and system data
• Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, with the ability to apply mathematical functions
• Advanced knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs and uses
• Able to keep team members well informed and to draw on other's expertise when required
• Ability to interpret engineering documentation and write appropriate machine-level instructions, including revisions to existing programs
• Ability to professionally communicate and work cooperatively with others
• Ability to manage time effectively to meet strict time deadlines and production volumes
• Judgment to comply with instructions, prescribed routines, methods, and practices
• Attention to detail and ability to handle multiple priorities
• Willingness to learn and to train others 

 Preferred: 

• Graduate of machining vocational or technical training program 

 Work Environment

This position works primarily in a production floor environment where large equipment and noise are prevalent.  Safety gear is required in these areas. 

This position reports into the site every day.  

Management

This position has no direct reports.