Divergent Machine Shop Lead (2nd shift) at Divergent leads the machining team, ensuring quality and production performance while mentoring team members. The role involves advanced CNC machining, troubleshooting, and process optimization.
Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Daily Direction
Act as a floor lead, coordinating the work of peer machinists, managing a high workload, and providing daily direction to maintain production continuity across shifts.
Serve as a dedicated mentor to less-experienced team members; assist the supervisor and act as their delegate when required.
Foster strong fundamentals and cross-team collaboration, serving as a cultural and technical role model on the shop floor.
CNC Machining Expertise
Lead setup and operation of advanced CNC equipment including 3-axis, 3+2, and 5-axis machining centers.
Support machining execution for complex prototype and production hardware.
Apply advanced GD&T knowledge to validate setups and machining strategies.
Troubleshoot complex machining challenges including tooling performance, fixture alignment, machine limitations, and process instability.
Support machine recovery and process troubleshooting with minimal supervision.
Process Optimization & Innovation
Collaborate with engineering teams to improve manufacturability and machining efficiency.
Qualification
Prior experience acting as a shift leadWork EnvironmentThis role operates in a fast-paced
Required
Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls
5–8 years of CNC machining experience with strong multi-axis machining expertise.
Demonstrated experience or strong aptitude for leading peers, coordinating workloads, and mentoring junior technicians.
Advanced proficiency with Siemens and Heidenhain controllers.
Advanced understanding of GD&T and machining process optimization.
Demonstrated experience troubleshooting complex machining processes and setups.
Experience implementing dynamic work offsets and advanced setup methodologies.
Ability to operate independently with strong technical ownership.
Familiarity with gantry CNC systems and advanced machining technologies.
Experience supporting rapid production or prototype manufacturing environments.
Prior experience acting as a shift lead, supervisor delegate, or formal peer mentor
Work Environment
This role operates in a fast-paced, high-mix production environment where priorities can shift rapidly based on engineering changes, supply chain constraints, and program milestones. The environment demands tight cross-functional collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, quality, logistics, and program teams to ensure daily execution aligns with long-term build plans.
Success in this environment requires hands-on engagement on the shop floor, strong systems knowledge, and the ability to anticipate and resolve scheduling risks before they impact key deliverables.
The culture emphasizes proactive communication, data-driven decision making, and continuous improvement to meet aggressive program timelines while maintaining high standards for quality, safety, and efficiency
