Lead CNC Machinist 2nd Shift (Woodridge)

Company Overview :

If a culture of excellence, innovation and ownership is what you're searching for, consider putting your experience in motion at Flowserve. As an individual contributor, or as a leader of people, your enterprise mindset will ensure Flowserve's position as the global standard in comprehensive flow control solutions. Here, your opportunity for professional development and industry leading rewards will be supported by our foundational commitments to the values of people first, integrity and safety. Thinking beyond opportunity and reward, at Flowserve, we are inspired by working together to create extraordinary flow control solutions to make the world better for everyone!

Role Summary :

We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Lead Machinist to join our team and take a hands-on leadership role in our machining operations. This position is ideal for someone with a strong machining background, experience across a variety of CNC machines, and a passion for leading others in a fast-paced, high-quality manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate will have expertise in operating mills, vertical and horizontal lathes, and grinders, along with the ability to machine parts from raw materials, rework existing components, and maintain extremely tight tolerances (often as low as 0.0005). You'll also be responsible for overseeing daily shop activities, mentoring machinists, and driving performance, quality, and safety standards across the team.

2nd Shift : M-F 4pm-12 : 30am CST

Shift Differential : 10%

5% For Lead Role

Overtime Available

Responsibilities Include :

• Operate a variety CNC machines including mills, lathes (vertical and horizontal), and grinders
• Machine new and used parts to exact specifications
• Perform inspections, interpret part drawings, and follow route sheets
• Select proper tooling, inserts, speeds, and feeds based on materials and job requirements
• Mentor and coach machinists to ensure quality workmanship and adherence to best practices
• Lead day-to-day machine shop operations, including scheduling and monitoring production
• Maintain detailed shift turnover notes and contribute to performance reporting
• Use precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, etc.) to hold tight tolerances
• Uphold and promote a strong safety culture, utilizing Stop Work Authority when needed
• Suggest improvements to machining processes and workflows
• Support overtime, weekend, or holiday work as needed for customer or business demands
Requirements :
• HS / GED
• 5+ years of CNC Setup experience
• Proven experience operating a wide range of manual and CNC machining equipment
• Strong understanding of machining principles and materials
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and route sheets
• Precision Measuring tool experience
• Excellent mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
• Experience holding tight tolerances (down to 0.0005)
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Preferred Skills / Experience :

The pay range for this position is $21.66 - $32.55 per hour, depending upon experience.

Benefits Starting From Day 1 :

Flowserve is a world-leading manufacturer and aftermarket service provider of comprehensive flow control systems. Join a company whose people are committed to building a more sustainable future to make the world better for everyone. With 16,000+ employees in 50+ countries, we combine our global reach with local presence. Our team challenges themselves to approach each situation with ingenuity and creativity to help provide our customers with the most innovative flow control products and services. We support 10,000+ customers worldwide, creating products to meet the needs of our customers who are supplying energy, fresh water, pharmaceuticals and other essentials to consumers, businesses and governments globally. We invite you to put your talents and career in motion at Flowserve.

Req ID : R-16524

Job Family Group : Operations

Job Family : OP Machining

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