CNC Machinist Lead $34/hr + Profit Sharing (Flexible 1st Shift)

CNC Machinist LeadTechnical degree holder with a mastery of setup operations on large-scale milling centers and complex multi-axis machines is required.1st Shift: Typically 6:00 am 2:00 pm (Monday Friday) with available flexibility for 7:00 am 3:00 pm or 8:00 am 4:00 pm starts.Pay is up to $34.00 per hour based on technical expertise and setup experience.Great Incentives & PerksFull Benefits PackageMust be a United States citizen or Green Card holderNo remote as this is a 100% onsite positionFull-time, Permanent W-2 employeeLocated in the Duluth, MN areaThis full-time, permanent CNC Machinist Lead career opportunity is with a premier, attachment manufacturer. A global leader in the scrap recycling, construction, and demolition industries, fueled by a relentless commitment to innovation. This is a "people-first" culture where excellence is celebrated and longevity is the norm. If you are a highly technical machinist looking for a stable, family-oriented home where you are encouraged to grow and promoted from within, this is the perfect opportunity.The successful candidate's duties and responsibilities will encompass the following:Perform complete setups and independent operations on a variety of CNC and manual mills and lathes, including large-scale milling centers and multi-axis machinesEdit G&M code and optimize programs to manufacture precision hydraulic components from high-strength steels and specialized alloysInterpret complex blueprints and technical drawings to determine dimensions, tolerances, and the sequence of operations for custom heavy equipment buildsUtilize precision measuring instruments (calipers, bore gages, micrometers) to verify 100% conformance to exact specifications and high-tolerance standardsCollaborate directly with engineering and fabrication teams to troubleshoot program issues, resolve machining problems, and optimize production efficiencyMaintain equipment and workspace through routine machine maintenance and adherence to 5S and safety-first manufacturing protocolsThe background of the successful candidate must include the following:A minimum of a 2-year Technical Diploma or Associate's Degree in CNC Machining, Machine Tool, or a related fieldProven technical mastery of G&M codes and shop math; you must be a true machinist, not just a "button pusher."Significant experience in setting up and operating large milling centers and performing close-tolerance work on complex workpiecesFamiliarity with 5-axis machining is a major plus, though not required (internal training is available)A stable and reliable work history. Candidates with a pattern of changing jobs every two years will not be consideredBeing a US citizen or Green Card holder