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# Machining Technical Lead

- **Company:** Midwest Metals Corporation
- **Location:** Morenci, MI, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $60,320.0 - $101,920.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** 3d Models, Autodesk Inventor, Computer Programming, Computer Literacy, SolidWorks (CAD), G-Codes, Microsoft Office, M-code, Gibbscam (Software), Mastercam
- **Published:** October 20, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=86211a31268fa785

## About the Role

* High school diploma or GED.
 * 10+ years of CNC machining experience, including 5+ years of CAD/CAM and CNC programming in a production or job-shop environment.
 * Proven experience with SolidWorks and Mastercam, including modeling, toolpath creation and programming directly from customer 3D models.
 * Strong G-code and M-code knowledge, including hand editing and on-machine troubleshooting.
 * Experience programming and setting up CNC vertical machining centers; dual-head or large-bed machine experience strongly preferred.
 * Advanced blueprint reading, GD&T interpretation and precision measurement skills (micrometers, calipers, height gauges, bore gauges, etc.).
 * Proven ability to train others and explain technical concepts clearly to people at all skill levels.
 * Comfortable working directly with customers in a professional, solutions-focused way.
 * Strong problem-solving, organization and communication skills.
 * Basic computer skills, including email and Microsoft Office., * Associate degree or certificate in machining, manufacturing technology or a related field; NIMS credentials a plus.
 * Flow drilling experience and experience machining tubular parts; 4- and 5-axis milling a plus.
 * Experience with additional CAD/CAM platforms (e.g., Fusion 360, Esprit, GibbsCAM or Inventor).
 * Prior lead, trainer or apprenticeship-mentor experience.
 * Experience supporting quoting, first article inspection (FAI) and PPAP.
 * Familiarity with ISO 9001 or similar quality systems.
 * Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement experience (5S, SMED, kaizen).

Physical Demands and Work Environment

## Description

The Machining Lead is the subject matter expert for CAM and CNC programming at the Morenci location. This person turns customer drawings and models into efficient, accurate programs, including long-length work on our dual-head machines, and partners directly with customers on manufacturability, tolerance and process improvements.

Just as important, the Machining Lead is a teacher. You will build the next generation of machinists by training and mentoring employees who want to learn CNC operation, setup and programming., * Serve as the site subject matter expert for CAM software and CNC programming across mills, lathes and multi-axis machines.

 * Create, edit, simulate and optimize CNC programs from customer drawings, 3D models and specifications.
 * SolidWorks and Mastercam software experience required.
 * Select tooling, fixturing, feeds, speeds and machining strategies to improve cycle time, tool life and part quality.
 * Prove out new programs and develop first articles; troubleshoot program, setup and machine issues on the floor.
 * Maintain an organized, version-controlled program library and setup documentation.

Customer Collaboration

 * Work directly with customers to review drawings, tolerances, GD&T and part requirements.
 * Provide design-for-manufacturability feedback and recommend cost or quality improvements.
 * Support quoting by estimating cycle times, tooling needs and machining approaches.
 * Participate in customer meetings, visits and audits as the technical machining contact.

Training and Mentoring

 * Develop and deliver hands-on training in blueprint reading, measurement, CNC setup, operation and programming.
 * Mentor employees who want to grow into machinist, setup or programmer roles.
 * Create work instructions, setup sheets and training materials; track trainee progress and skill sign-offs.
 * Model and coach safe work practices and quality standards.

Production, Quality and Continuous Improvement

 * Provide day-to-day technical leadership to the machining team to meet schedule, quality and safety goals.
 * Partner with Quality on inspections, root cause analysis and corrective actions.
 * Lead continuous improvement efforts, including setup reduction, scrap reduction and process standardization.
 * Recommend equipment, software and tooling investments.
 * Follow all company safety policies and MIOSHA requirements.
 * Perform other duties as assigned.