Lead Machinist | Holland, MI

Salary Range: $58,000 - $88,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for excelling in lead machinist? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Holland seeking experienced Lead Machinists.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Holland that are adding Lead Machinists to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of machinists, providing technical guidance and training.
• Program, set up, and operate advanced CNC machinery for precision manufacturing.
• Troubleshoot complex machining issues and optimize processes for efficiency and quality.
• Perform quality control inspections on machined parts to ensure adherence to specifications and blueprints.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams on new product development and process improvements.
• Ensure all machining operations comply with safety protocols and maintain a clean work environment.
• Manage tool inventory and recommend new tooling or equipment to enhance capabilities.

Recommended Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a precision machinist, with demonstrated leadership or supervisory responsibilities.
• Expert proficiency in programming, setting up, and operating CNC milling and turning centers, including CAM software.
• Advanced ability to read and interpret complex engineering blueprints, including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Proven capability to troubleshoot machining processes, optimize cutting parameters, and ensure stringent quality control standards.
• Strong knowledge of various materials, tooling selection, fixture design, and preventative machine maintenance.
• Excellent communication and mentoring skills to effectively lead, train, and motivate a team of machinists.

Bonus Qualifications

• Advanced CAM programming proficiency (e.g., Mastercam, SolidCAM, Fusion 360)
• Experience with CMM operation and programming
• Proficiency in CAD software for fixture design or part modification
• Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement experience

Job Titles That Should Apply

Lead Machinist, Machinist Lead, CNC Lead Machinist, Machining Supervisor, Machining Foreman, Machining Team Leader, Senior Machinist, CNC Machining Supervisor, Master Machinist, Precision Machining Lead

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group 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.

If 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. The Pivot Group 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.