Lead Machinist - 2nd Shift (+$1/hr)

Are you ready to work for a company that truly cares about making a meaningful difference in this world? A little about us: Praxis Technology is a manufacturing company that designs and develops titanium parts for medical devices, aerospace and other consumer markets. We create sustainable flexibility that delivers maximum impact to make people’s lives better.

It's pretty cool stuff! What we can offer you: In addition to being part of a locally owned & operated business who values treating everyone with integrity & respect, we offer the following benefits to our employees: Employee and/or Employee + Child(ren) medical insurance costs you just $1/month! Comprehensive Dental + Vision 401k Retirement Plan that we match up to 3% Basic Life AD&D Insurance Employee Assistance Program Paid time off - 18 days first year (pro-rated) Paid holidays – 9 days Annual Performance Bonus Potential Employee Profit Sharing Tuition Assistance Employee Appreciation Events $100 Hannaford Gift Card every November Annual Praxis Hoodie for all employees Bagel Tuesdays!

Once a month!

Position Summary

Reporting to the Machine Shop Supervisor, the Lead Machinist is machinist responsible for operating conventional and CNC machinery under limited supervision to support the production of Praxis products. The Lead Machinist performs basic machine setup, operates equipment according to established procedures, maintains tooling inventories, creates and maintains machining fixtures, performs basic preventative maintenance on CNC equipment, and develops technical machining skills while maintaining quality and safety standards.

The ideal candidate is eager to learn, detail-oriented, and able to work effectively in a team environment. How You'll Make an Impact Operate CNC and conventional machinery following established work instructions. Perform machine setups under limited supervision. Read and interpret engineering drawings and work orders.

Measure parts using standard inspection equipment and gauges. Maintain required production and quality records. Assist with production operations to meet customer schedules and quality requirements. Follow Praxis Quality Management System procedures. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment. Identify and communicate production or quality concerns to supervision.

Support continuous learning and development of machining skills. Maintain an adequate tooling inventory for the machine shop Create and maintain machine fixtures Perform general preventative maintenance on CNC equipment Train new machine operators as needed What You Must Bring to This Role High school diploma or GED. 2 Years of machinist experience.

Technical training in machining preferred. Basic understanding of mechanical principles and manufacturing processes. Ability to read basic engineering drawings. Basic computer skills. Strong attention to detail. Ability to follow instructions and established procedures. Desire to learn CNC machining and manufacturing processes.

Working Conditions & Physical Efforts Work is performed in a Production environment May be required to lift up to 50 lbs. Ability to stand or sit for a prolonged period of time Visual functions being those of near vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus Talking and hearing occur continuously in the process of communicating with leadership & clients Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or operate equipment Low exposure to physical risk Praxis is an equal opportunity employer.