CNC Machinist Lead (Large Milling Centers & Multi-Axis Setup)

CNC Machinist Lead

• (Large Milling Centers & Multi-Axis Setup)

LOCATION

Duluth, MN No Remote TYPE Direct Hire SALARY $52,000

• $70,720 / yr ID WI59-2755094 POSTED May 21, 2026 CNC Machinist Lead
• (Large Milling Centers & Multi-Axis Setup) Up to $34.00/hr + Profit Sharing
• Duluth, MN Area
• Flexible 1st Shift (Daytime Exclusive) Join a global heavy equipment attachment leader built on a "people-first" culture and technical innovation Lead complex setups on large-scale mills and multi-axis centers in a clean, modern, and expanding facility

EDUCATION

2-Year Technical Diploma or Associate's Degree in CNC Machining or Machine Tool Technology Required

EXPERIENCE

Proven Mastery of Independent CNC Setup, G&M Code Editing, and Heavy-Component Machining

EQUIPMENT

Large-Scale Milling Centers and Complex Multi-Axis Machine Tools (5-Axis Familiarity is a Plus) COMP Up to $34.00 per hour (Based on experience) + Corporate Profit Sharing + Great Incentives & Perks

SCHEDULE

1st Shift Exclusive | Monday

• Friday | Flexible Start Options Available (6:00, 7:00, or 8:00 AM)

LOCATION

Greater Duluth / Superior area (100% Onsite Position) AUTH US Citizen or Green Card Holder required If you are a highly technical, degreed machinist who is tired of mundane, high-volume production lines where you are treated like a "button pusher," this lead-track position offers the variety, challenge, and professional respect you deserve. Our client is a premier, global market leader in the scrap recycling, construction, and demolition attachment industries. They are experiencing significant growth and operate a stable, family-oriented environment where technical excellence is actively celebrated and internal promotion is the norm. The company deeply values its shop-floor leaders and protects your work-life balance by offering a dedicated Monday-through-Friday day shift with flexible start times to fit your lifestyle. You will be working with heavy-duty, state-of-the-art machinery to craft custom, high-strength hydraulic components. Alongside a highly competitive hourly wage and full benefits, you will participate in a robust corporate profit-sharing program that directly rewards your skill and dedication to long-term quality. What You Will Be Doing Performing complete, independent setups and advanced operations on a variety of large-scale CNC milling centers and complex multi-axis machines Editing G&M codes and optimizing program paths at the controller to safely manufacture precision hydraulic components from high-strength steels and specialized alloys Interpreting intricate multi-page blueprints and technical engineering drawings to determine exact dimensions, strict geometric tolerances, and the ideal sequence of operations Utilizing precision measuring instruments (bore gauges, micrometers, calipers) to conduct first-article inspections and verify 100% conformance to tight tolerances Collaborating directly with design engineering and welding fabrication teams to troubleshoot program issues, resolve complex setup roadblocks, and streamline workflow efficiency Providing technical mentorship and setup guidance to junior machine operators to ensure repeatable part quality and safe operation Upholding a rigorous safety-first culture, performing basic preventative machine maintenance, and sustaining a clean workspace in compliance with 5S standards What We Are Looking For

Educational Foundation:

A minimum of a 2-year Technical Diploma or Associate's Degree in CNC Machining, Machine Tool Technology, or a closely related manufacturing field is required

Setup Expertise:

Proven technical mastery of G&M codes, advanced shop math, and independent tool/fixture setup—you must be a true machinist capable of navigating unproven programs

Heavy Machining Background:

Significant professional experience managing setups on large milling centers and executing close-tolerance work on massive, complex workpieces

Advanced Kinematics:

Familiarity with 5-axis machining or live-tool turning centers is a major plus, though not required (extensive internal training is available)

Stability:

A reliable, long-term employment history; our client is highly selective and seeks dedicated team partners—candidates with a pattern of changing jobs every two years will not be considered

Requirements:

Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder residing within or relocating to the Duluth, MN area