Trillium Professional is hiring for a 2nd Shift CNC Lathe Lead / Foreman in the greater Wilmington Area, NC (On-site)!
Schedule is 2nd Shift (3:00 PM - 12:30 AM). Pay is $29.00 - $46.00/hour (Based on Experience) + 15% Shift Differential.
Trillium Professional is seeking an experienced CNC Lathe Lead / Foreman to oversee a dedicated 2nd shift team at a premier precision manufacturing facility. For over 40 years, this company has provided stability and growth through long-term contracts and an unwavering commitment to quality.
As the 2nd Shift Lead, you will be the cornerstone of the shop floor-serving as a skilled hands-on machinist while mentoring a small team to ensure production goals, safety, and precision standards are met.
What We Offer
-Exceptional Pay: High-end hourly rates plus a significant 15% shift premium.
-Steady Overtime: Consistent 40-50 hour work weeks.
-Premium Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision.
-Flex Option: Choose to decline medical coverage for an additional $1.65/hour in your paycheck.
-Work-Life Balance Perks: 8 paid holidays, paid birthday off every year, and a 401(k) with company match.
-Attendance Incentives: Quarterly "Earned Days" program for extra paid time off.
-Veteran Honors: Paid day off for Veterans Day (for those who served) and an annual catered appreciation lunch.
Your Responsibilities
-Leadership: Supervise and support a 2nd shift team, managing workflow priorities and meeting production deadlines.
-Hands-on Production: Program, set up, and operate CNC lathe machines for high-precision parts.
-Mentorship: Train junior machinists to uphold rigorous internal standards and best practices.
-Quality Control: Read blueprints and use precision instruments to verify all parts meet tight tolerances in our climate-controlled QC lab.
-Collaboration: Communicate effectively with leadership to optimize efficiency and maintain a safe, organized workspace.
World-Class Facility & Equipment
-Join a shop that invests in the best. Our 2nd shift team utilizes:
Turning Centers: Twin turret machines with live tooling, sub-spindles, and automated bar feeders.
-Advanced Milling: Multi-axis vertical and horizontal machining centers.
-Full-Service Support: Climate-controlled QC lab featuring CMM and high-end gaging, automated laser systems, waterjets, and advanced TIG/MIG welding units.
Apply now!
What We're Looking For
-Experience: 3-5 years of CNC lathe experience with a proven background in leadership or supervision.
-Technical Mastery: Strong proficiency in G-code programming, machine setup, and interpreting complex technical drawings/GD&T.
-Communication: Ability to mentor others clearly and solve technical problems on the fly.
-Commitment: A self-motivated professional dedicated to continuous improvement and high-precision standards.
Trillium has been recruiting and placing professionals for over 30 years. From Fortune 100 companies to small businesses, our philosophy remains the same: to achieve excellence by providing quality employees and an uncompromising level of service. We believe in honesty, integrity, and a simple philosophy of providing value to our customers and our employees. We strive to be unsurpassed in the recruitment and placement of quality and skilled professionals. Trillium is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
