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Machining Working Lead

Join Pratt & Whitney's Columbus Forge team as a Machining Working Lead and play a key role in leading daily machining operations that support some of the world's most advanced aerospace products. In this role, you will combine hands-on technical expertise with leadership responsibilities, serving as a subject matter expert, troubleshooting manufacturing challenges, supporting continuous improvement efforts, and helping develop the next generation of machinists while ensuring safety, quality, and production goals are achieved.

This is a 1st Shift position: Monday - Thursday, 6:00 am - 4:30 pm

What You Will Do:

• Lead by example on the production floor by providing technical guidance, mentoring team members, and helping resolve machining and process-related issues.
• Support daily manufacturing operations by completing production transactions, maintaining work-in-process status, coordinating tools and supplies, and promoting a safe, organized work environment.
• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot CNC and related machining equipment to produce high-quality aerospace components while meeting safety, quality, and production standards.
• Read and interpret blueprints, process sheets, work instructions, and precision measurements to ensure parts meet engineering specifications.
• Perform preventive maintenance, basic equipment repairs, tooling adjustments, deburring, cleaning, and inspection activities to support reliable operations.
• Lead or attend daily Tier 1/Tier 2 meetings.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 6+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Experience setting up and operating CNC machining equipment.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience with Okuma and/or Fanuc controlled 4-Axis turning lathes
• Previous experience leading, training, or mentoring manufacturing team members.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and manufacturing systems (e.g., SAP or Solumina).
• Experience in aerospace, forging, or other precision manufacturing environments.

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
• Short-term and long-term disability, plus parental leave.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
• Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support.
• Employee Scholar Program with no waiting period.
• Generous paid time off includes 3 weeks of vacation, 5 personal sick days, and 12 paid government holidays.