Position SummaryLooking 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
- Experience diagnosing issues involving servo drives, axis systems, spindles, tool changers, and machine controls
- 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
- Company-paid and optional life insurance
- HRA and Voluntary Aflac plans
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee referral bonus program
- Shift premiums
- Paid time off and holidays
- Safety boot and safety glasses reimbursement
- Employee training and development programs
