Lead CNC Machinist / Programmer
McGinley Manufacturing | Glenrock, Wyoming
McGinley Manufacturing is seeking an experienced Lead CNC Machinist / Programmer to join our precision manufacturing team in Glenrock, Wyoming. This position is ideal for a highly skilled machinist who enjoys solving complex manufacturing challenges, programming advanced CNC equipment, and working alongside an experienced team of machinists.
Key Responsibilities
- Set up, program, and operate CNC machining centers, with a strong emphasis on 5-axis machining.
- Develop and optimize CNC programs, tooling strategies, workholding, speeds, feeds, and machining processes.
- Troubleshoot complex machining, tooling, programming, and quality issues.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, specifications, and inspection requirements.
- Produce complex, tight-tolerance precision components while maintaining quality and efficiency.
- Improve cycle times, setup times, tool life, and overall machining performance.
- Assist other machinists with technical challenges, setups, and programming.
- Work collaboratively with engineering, quality, and manufacturing leadership to improve processes.
- Support continuous improvement, automation, and increased machine utilization.
- Help develop and mentor machinists while contributing to a strong, team-oriented shop environment.
Qualifications
- 10+ years of CNC machining experience
- Extensive CNC programming experience
- Strong 5-axis CNC machining experience required
- Advanced knowledge of tooling, fixturing, workholding, speeds and feeds, and machining strategies
- Ability to independently take complex parts from print through programming, setup, first article, and production
- Strong understanding of GD&T and precision measurement
- Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Experience working with tight tolerances and complex components
- Strong attention to quality, accuracy, and efficiency
- Ability to work effectively with an experienced team of machinists
Experience in medical device, aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated precision manufacturing is highly desirable.
What We're Looking For
We are looking for more than someone who can run a machine. The successful candidate will be a high-level machinist and problem solver who understands why a machining process works, recognizes when it can be improved, and has the technical ability to make those improvements.
This individual should enjoy challenging work, advanced machining technology, and collaborating with other experienced manufacturing professionals.
Full-time | On-site | Glenrock, Wyoming