Mill Department Lead

Do you want to be a part of a team of aviation innovators who are helping change the industry landscape?

At Wagner Machine Company, we are on a mission to positively impact American manufacturing by building lasting relationships with our employees and customers. As a small but growing company, we offer the best of both worlds with opportunities and benefits typically found at larger corporations, while maintaining the close-knit and flexible atmosphere of a small shop. Our vision is to be the most knowledgeable, capable, and innovative source for high precision manufacturing.

Our team consists of highly experienced machinists who are eager to share their knowledge and mentor new team members. We offer paid training and support for those who want to take the next step in their career with us.

In addition to competitive benefits such as health and dental insurance, 401k options, and paid vacation time, we also offer unique perks like a four-and-a-half-day work week, paternity leave, and a chaplaincy program. We are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment for everyone.

Join the Wagner Machine Company team and be a part of a company that values innovation, community, and professional growth.

They are currently recruiting for an Mill Department Lead job in Champaign, IL.

What Is In It For You

Salary: Highly Competitive Salary with relocation assistance available!

Position Type: Permanent - Full-time

Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, Vacation Pay, Sick Pay, Holiday Pay, 401(k)

A Day In The Life of an Mill Department Lead

This position reports to the Production Manager and assists in the coordination of making impossible parts for many industries including aerospace, electronics, medical, and agriculture, among others. This position supervises the machinists in their assigned department and collaborates daily with the machinists, production manager, quality control, and support staff. The Production Lead is responsible for the smooth and efficient operation of their department. They assign jobs to machinists and monitor and troubleshoot machines in their department. The person in this position also programs, sets-up, and operates machines to make parts. The ideal candidate must be able to work in a team environment and build effective working relationships while encouraging personal development of direct reports.

Candidate Characteristics

• Excited about the manufacturing industry
• High level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information
• Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills
• Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and handle multiple projects at a time
• Excellent problem-solving abilities
• Ability to guide employees and delegate effectively
• Proven ability to train and develop employees in your line of supervision
• Give direct and timely feedback
• Can take appropriate and decisive action based on observation and experience
• Highly motivated and results driven
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Experienced planner with the ability to respond effectively and efficiently while maintaining flexibility, composure, and a good sense of humor
• Propensity to improve processes and maximize efficiency

Job Responsibilities

• Supervising Machinists (in department)
• Assign jobs to machines and machinists
• Ensure machinists are completing their assigned duties
• Check in with each machinist at least twice per day
• Ensure that all machinists stay productive even while waiting on cycle times to complete (e.g. cleaning, assembly, deburring, special projects, etc.)
• Ensure machinists are properly using Whiteboard to prepare for upcoming jobs
• Choose from Material In racks
• Lead by example
• Collaborate with Production Manager
• Attempt to find a solution when problems occur
• Consult with Production Manager when direction or assistance is needed Job Management
• Review target cycle times vs. current cycle times in department
• If target cycle is not being met, work with machinist Production Manager to optimize
• If target cycle time is not attainable, ask Production Manager to report to Operations Manager
• Complete spot checks of completed parts
• Provide Ongoing Training:
• Machining techniques
• Setups
• Quality checks
• Setup sheets
• Maintenance
• Immediately report any maintenance issues to Maintenance
• Work with Maintenance to schedule preventative machine maintenance
• Shop Cleanliness
• Scrap is removed from work area
• Tools that are not in use are put away
• Oil or coolant leaks are reported to Maintenance immediately
• Trash is taken out regularly
• Aisles, doors, fire extinguishers, and electrical panels are not blocked
• Work with HR when needed to address performance and discipline issues
• Monitor and enforce that WMC policies are being followed
• Maintain accountability to performance standards and core values
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Due to ITAR compliance, applicants must be US Citizens
• Ability to lift 70 lbs. and pass a drug-screen and background check
• Experience with precision machining processes
• 3 years operating, setting-up, and programming CNC mills and lathes
• 3 Years CAD/CAM experience (surface and solid modeling preferred)
• Knowledge of:
• G and M codes
• Measuring techniques and best practices
• Tooling types and machining processes
• Ability to adjust programs for optimal speed, reliability, and tool life
• Calculate and adjust tool paths for optimal speeds and feeds
• Troubleshooting machining processes
• A production environment
• Programming in G-Code

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in:
• LEAN Manufacturing or 5S setting
• ISO9001 or AS9100D certified business
• .0005 or smaller tolerances
• High speed machining and micro tooling
• Machining precision parts
• Robotic automation
• 3D profiling on mills
• Live tooling and sub-spindle operations on lathes
• Manual milling, turning, and grinding experience

If you are interested in the Mill Department Lead job in Champaign, IL, apply today!

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