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GTC Machining

Vertical CNC Mill Machinist Team Lead

GTC Machining, Indianapolis, Indiana, us, 46262

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Base pay range $35.00/hr - $45.00/hr

Reports To: Manufacturing Manager

Job Purpose The Team Lead is ultimately responsible for day‑to‑day team activities and other duties as required in the department area as well as coordinating a team of Makers to achieve departmental goals.

Responsibilities

Reviews job travelers and part drawings to accurately produce parts

Makes all required quality checks during production to ensure parts are produced to required dimensions and conform to all specifications.

Completes all job‑related paperwork and production reporting to accurately record part quantity and scrap.

Ensures team members have the appropriate equipment, tools, and material to work on their assigned job

Audits compliance with standard work instructions and process control plans to ensure production of good parts

Reviews unplanned scrap with employees and Supervision to identify root cause and implement effective countermeasures.

Monitors daily production activities regarding quality, safety, and productivity and acts when deviations are identified, or intervention is required to achieve the team goals

Champions the QEK program by actively soliciting suggestions and helping team members implement product and process improvements.

Champions the team’s safety program and complies with all safety practices and regulations.

Lead, guide, mentor, and train Makers to ensure quality and timely production to scheduled activities within the department

In coordination with the Manufacturing Manager and Production Scheduler, monitor and adjust workflow to facilitate timely start and completion of job operations to the ERP system master schedule

Act as a resource to ensure communication and resolution of technical issues preventing successful execution of production activities as scheduled

Participate in team efforts to maintain, update, or establish new process controls and procedures to achieve consistent results

Provide input on Maker’s performance as part of the review and feedback loop and make recommendations on individual skill development plans

Assist with Continuous Improvement projects and processes such as Kata walks, Quick and Easy Kaizen (QEK) program, scrap reduction, rework elimination, and increased metal removal rates

Champion the area’s 6S program and audit completion of daily checklists to maintain a safe and clean work environment

Using formal problem‑solving tools, troubleshoot issues in real time and assist Makers with resolution or escalation in a timely manner to maintain productivity

Coach and develop a team of problem solvers, focusing on prevention over detection

Demonstrate leadership capabilities and exemplify the company’s core values

Perform other duties as assigned or required

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required

Above average experience with standard shop tools and measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, intra-mics, gauges) required

Previous experience in a high‑mix precision machine shop environment required

Previous experience setting up and operating Vertical CNC milling machines required

Previous experience writing and troubleshooting programs in Mastercam preferred

Lean manufacturing and quality system experience preferred (ISO 9001:2015, ISO 13485, and AS9100D preferred)

Ability to lift 50 lbs. and stand for long periods of time

Ability to use material handling equipment, including forklifts

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Computer literacy required and experience with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Outlook, Excel) preferred

Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment

You Should Be Proficient In

GD&T

Quality Inspection Experience

Leadership / People Management

Equipment Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Skills

5 Why (Root Cause Analysis Method)

CNC Programming

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

AS9100

ISO 9001 Certification Experience

Machine Setups for Production Runs

CAD/CAM Software

Excellent Communication Skills

Experience in a Manufacturing Environment

Blueprint Reading

Basic Computer Skills

Machines & Technologies You'll Use

CNC Mill (3‑4 axis VMC)

Optical Comparator

CAD Software

Overhead Crane

CAM Software

CNC Mill (5+ axis VMC)

Calipers and Micrometers

Forklifts

Seniority level Mid‑Senior level

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Management and Manufacturing

Industries Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

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