Lead Machinist - St. Johns AreaLead Machinist | St. Johns, MISalary Range: $56,000 - $86,000 depending on experienceAre you a skilled professional with a passion for excelling in lead machinist? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community.
We are collaborating with companies in St. Johns seeking experienced Lead Machinists.We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.The OpportunityWe partner with manufacturers across St.
Johns seeking Lead Machinists who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.Key ResponsibilitiesSupervise and mentor a team of machinists, providing technical guidance and performance feedback.Program, set up, and operate advanced CNC machinery and conventional machine tools.Lead the fabrication and modification of precision components, ensuring adherence to specifications.Conduct quality inspections and troubleshoot machining issues to maintain high standards.Collaborate with engineering and production teams to optimize manufacturing processes and designs.Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules for all machining equipment.Train new machinists on safety protocols, equipment operation, and quality control procedures.Recommended Qualifications5-7 years of experience as a machinist in a manufacturing environmentProven ability to program, set up, and operate various CNC machinery (mills, lathes)Strong understanding of G-code and M-code programmingExperience with manual machining techniques and equipmentDemonstrated leadership or supervisory experience within a machine shop settingAbility to read and interpret complex engineering blueprints and technical drawingsBonus QualificationsExperience with CAD/CAM software for programming CNC machinesLean manufacturing or Six Sigma certificationAbility to train and mentor junior machinistsFamiliarity with a variety of materials beyond common metals (e.g., composites, exotic alloys)Strong problem-solving skills demonstrated through past projectsJob Titles That Should ApplyMachinist Lead, CNC Machinist Lead, Senior Machinist, Machine Shop Lead, Machinist Supervisor, Lead CNC Machinist, Precision Machinist Lead, Tool and Die Lead, Manufacturing Machinist Lead, Shop Foreman MachinistWhy The Pivot Group NetworkThe Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.
Learn more at you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.Required Skills: Resume Offers Support Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma Machinery Salary Hiring Partnerships Recruiting Compensation Components Quality Control Manufacturing Specifications Programming Materials Preparation Software Maintenance Engineering LeadershipSalary Package: $ 56,000.00 - 86,000.00 (US Dollar)