7-10 years of hands-on CNC maintenance experience, particularly with complex turning and multi-axis machining equipment.
Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills, including knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, lubrication, and cooling systems.
Experience diagnosing issues with servo drives, axis systems, spindles, tool changers, and machine controls.
Ability to read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings, and use diagnostic tools.
Preferred experience with Siemens SINUMERIK controls and PLC fault-finding; WFL or similar mill-turn experience is a plus.
Experience in preventive maintenance and documenting repairs, with a focus on recurring failures.
Previous leadership or mentoring experience in a technical environment.
Responsibilities
Take ownership of daily CNC maintenance and troubleshoot breakdowns.
Assess machine condition and prioritize maintenance tasks.
Develop and implement a preventive maintenance schedule based on operational needs.
Maintain work-order records and track maintenance history.
Coordinate with production to schedule maintenance and communicate machine status.
Collaborate with equipment suppliers to ensure adherence to technical recommendations.
Define staffing needs, conduct interviews, and train the maintenance team.
Monitor repeat failures and equipment availability to track maintenance effectiveness.
Benefits
Competitive compensation
Career growth and advancement opportunities
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Company-paid and optional life insurance
401(k) with company match
Employee referral bonus program
Paid time off and holidays
Safety boot and safety glasses reimbursement
Employee training and development programs
Full Job Description
Position Summary
Looking for a hands-on leadership role where your CNC maintenance expertise can shape how a machine shop runs? As a Senior CNC Maintenance Lead, you will take ownership of daily CNC maintenance and breakdown troubleshooting across complex turning and multi-axis machining equipment by building out a proactive preventative maintenance program and leading a growing maintenance team. If you have deep CNC maintenance expertise and enjoy solving complex technical problems, we encourage you to apply and become part of our team!
Key Requirements
7-10 years of hands-on CNC maintenance experience, with strong experience supporting complex turning and multi-axis machining equipment
Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills, including hydraulic, pneumatic, lubrication, and cooling systems
Ability to read electrical schematics, hydraulic and pneumatic diagrams, and mechanical drawings, and use diagnostic and precision measuring equipment.
Siemens SINUMERIK controls and PLC fault-finding experience preferred. WFL or comparable mill-turn experience would be a significant advantage.
Experience performing preventive maintenance, documenting repairs, and investigating recurring failures.
Previous experience leading or mentoring technicians, coordinating contractors, and working directly with machine manufacturers.
Technical apprenticeship, relevant qualification, or equivalent practical experience, together with strong machine safety and energy-isolation practices.
Proficiency with MS Office applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Core Responsibilities
Take ownership of daily CNC maintenance and breakdown troubleshooting.
Assess machine condition and establish a prioritized maintenance backlog.
Develop and implement a preventive maintenance schedule based on manufacturer requirements and actual operating conditions.
Establish work-order records, maintenance history, and critical spare-parts requirements.
Coordinate with production to schedule maintenance and communicate machine status.
Work closely with WFL and other equipment suppliers, ensuring technical recommendations are followed through.
Help define staffing requirements, interview candidates, and train the maintenance team.
Track repeat failures, repair times, overdue maintenance, and equipment availability to demonstrate progress.
Benefits & Perks
Competitive compensation
Career growth and advancement opportunities
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
