Job Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Lead Machinist to oversee and coordinate machining operations during the 2nd shift. In this pivotal role, you will lead a team of machinists, ensure precision in manufacturing processes, and uphold the highest standards of quality and safety. Your expertise in CNC programming, blueprint reading, and mechanical knowledge will drive efficiency and excellence across all machining activities. Join us to be a key player in delivering top-tier components and products that meet rigorous specifications while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and teamwork.
Duties
- Lead and mentor a team of machinists, promoting safety, productivity, and quality standards during the 2nd shift.
- Oversee setup, operation, and troubleshooting of CNC lathes, CNC milling machines, and other machining equipment such as Fanuc controls.
- Develop and modify CNC programs using CAM programming tools to optimize machining processes for complex parts.
- Interpret blueprints, GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing), and technical drawings to ensure precise manufacturing.
- Conduct inspections with precision measuring instruments including calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, and coordinate measuring machines to verify part accuracy.
- Maintain tooling inventories, select appropriate tooling for specific jobs, and ensure proper tool maintenance.
- Collaborate with engineering teams on CNC programming adjustments, electrical discharge machining (EDM), plastics injection molding components, and assembly requirements.
- Enforce lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste and improve workflow efficiency across operations.
- Ensure compliance with safety protocols by conducting regular safety audits and training sessions for the team.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Lead Machinist with strong mechanical knowledge in manufacturing environments.
- Expertise in CNC programming for both CNC lathe and CNC milling machines; familiarity with Fanuc controls is preferred.
- Skilled in reading blueprints, GD&T specifications, and technical drawings accurately.
- Proficiency in using precision measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, and coordinate measuring machines (CMM).
- Knowledge of electrical discharge machining (EDM), CAM programming software, SolidWorks or CAD for part design review.
- Ability to operate hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, forklifts, and other manufacturing machinery safely.
- Basic math skills for measurements, calculations, and process adjustments.
- Strong leadership abilities with excellent communication skills to guide team members effectively.
- Knowledge of plastics injection molding processes is a plus; familiarity with lean manufacturing practices is highly desirable. Join our dynamic team as a Lead Machinist on the 2nd shift where your expertise will directly impact our production excellence! We value proactive leaders who thrive in fast-paced environments and are committed to continuous improvement—help us shape the future of manufacturing through precision craftsmanship!
Shift Hours: Monday - Thursday, 3:30pm - 2:00am
CEPEDA Associates, Inc. is an engineering and manufacturing company located in Louisville, KY, specializing in providing service and equipment to the U.S. Navy. CEPEDA is ISO 9001:2008 compliant and fully qualified to manufacture and test Level I/SUBSAFE equipment. For more than 40 years, CEPEDA has manufactured, serviced, and upgraded life support equipment and other complex mechanical components for the U.S. Navy’s submarine fleet. CEPEDA’s equipment is responsible for removing atmospheric contaminants such as carbon dioxide (CO2), carbon monoxide (CO), hydrogen (H2), and other volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Plus, CEPEDA has over 30 years of experience with equipment in high-pressure applications. Aside from our normal array of equipment, CEPEDA offers build-to-print manufacturing for numerous other mechanical applications.
As we look to the future, CEPEDA is excited to play an important role in the development and production of mission-critical equipment for the DoD and participate in any research, development, testing, and manufacturing of next-generation hardware.
CEPEDA is 100% employee owned!
Our benefits package is like no other:
- Company paid health, dental and vision coverage for employees AND their dependents
- Company paid life insurance, short term and long term disability for employees
- Company funded ESOP
- Personal time totaling 8 days
- Two weeks of vacation after one year of service
- Nine paid holidays
- Paid shutdown between Christmas and New Year
- Company paid uniforms
- Reimbursement for PPE after 90 days
- Annual pay increases
- Annual bonuses
- Safe, respectful, positive culture
Applicants must pass a background check and drug test.
Applicants must be a US Citizen and have no citizenship with another country.
Pay: $34.00 - $38.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- What country/countries do you hold citizenship?
- Are you a US Citizen?
- Must pass a background check and have a clean drug test.
Work Location: In person
