Machining Lead - Afternoon Shift

Leduc County, AB
On-site
Posted Jul 22, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

Lead and support a team of machinists during the afternoon shift to ensure production, quality, and safety targets are met. Program, set up, and operate CNC equipment while providing technical coaching and troubleshooting support.

Job details

CNC Industries is a leading manufacturer of precision components for the Mining, Construction, Earthmoving, and Oil & Gas industries. We are looking for an experienced Machining Lead to join our Afternoon Shift team and support daily operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will have extensive experience programming, setting up, and operating CNC lathes, mills, and mill-turn machines. Experience with 5-axis machining is considered an asset. Candidates should have experience with one or more of the following control systems: Fanuc, Siemens, Mazak, Heidenhain, and Weiler. As a Machining Lead, you will provide technical support, leadership, and coaching to a team of Machinists while ensuring production, quality, and safety targets are met. What We Offer: Shift premium Company-paid health and dental benefits RRSP matching On-site fitness center Key Responsibilities: Lead and support a team of Machinists during the afternoon shift. Program, set up, and operate CNC equipment as required. Coordinate daily production activities and prioritize work. Train, mentor, and support team members. Promote a safe, productive, and positive work environment. Troubleshoot machining and production issues. Ensure quality standards and production timelines are achieved. Communicate effectively with Quality, Engineering, and Management teams. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Minimum 5 years of CNC machining experience. Strong programming, setup, and machining skills. Experience with CNC lathes, mills, and mill-turn machines. Leadership, mentoring, or supervisory experience is an asset. Journeyperson Machinist certification is an asset. Strong communication and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Reliable transportation. Shift: Monday- Friday, 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM Location: Nisku, AB Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Expected hours: 40 per week Work Location: In person CNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We thank all interested applicants, however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Requires a minimum of 5 years of CNC machining experience with strong skills in programming and setup for lathes, mills, and mill-turn machines. Leadership experience and a Journeyperson Machinist certification are considered assets.