Team Lead – Lathe Milling Fabrication

**What makes us strong?** Our employees in 50 countries worldwide – all working with passion to enable high-tech applications with our strong metals: tungsten and molybdenum. At our Plansee site in Franklin, USA, we specialize in transforming semi-finished molybdenum and tungsten products into complex components—leveraging decades of precision manufacturing and engineering excellence. Join a highly motivated team in Franklin, USA, where local expertise meets the global knowledge and values of the Plansee Group. Position type: Hourly * Coordinates the assignments of operators/machinists to ensure efficient production and assists supervision in the planning of manufacturing processes and improvements. * Assist with administrative tasks as directed and provide feedback to supervisor relating to performance of team members and/or equipment. * Performs routine operations of assigned machine(s), including but not limited to start-up/shutdown and operation of equipment. * Monitors machine performance regarding quality output and quality of parts produced using standard inspection instruments. * Responsible for training new employees in set-up, operation and maintenance of equipment. * Update, develop and troubleshoot machine programs and tooling problems and correct as necessary to maintain production. * Provide group leadership in the attainment of goals with respect to safety, cost, production and compliance to ISO: 9001:2000 and AS9100 quality standards. * Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities and continuing needs. * Assist in providing input to team members’ annual performance review. * Stay current on new/improved machining methods, CNC program enhancements and state-of-the-art tools. * Embrace ownership for accomplishing new and different requests and explore opportunities to add value to job accomplishment. * Support company policies, procedures and safety regulations. * Other duties as required. **Qualifications** * High School Diploma/GED.  Vocational technical certification is preferred. * Five years’ experience in a manufacturing environment. * Must be familiar with CNC machine tools and functions, programming and editing lathe and/or milling machines._​_ * Must be familiar with all phases of metal fabrication, assembly and equipment. * Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices and procedures including lean manufacturing principles and techniques. * Ability to work with mathematical concepts, including basic trigonometry. * Ability to read and interpret blueprints. * Proficiency in using MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).  * Experience using MRP system (SAP) desired. * Demonstrated leadership ability, including coaching, mentoring, and developing employees; fostering positive and productive working relationships; effectively managing team performance; and utilizing strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. * Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, with the ability to build trust, collaborate across teams, manage relationships effectively, and create a positive and inclusive work environment. **Benefits** * Medical - 90% paid for with 100% reimbursement on deductible * Dental * Vision * Flexible spending accounts * Company paid life and disability insurance * 401 K w/ company match * Time off Benefits * Pay range: $34-$39 commensurate with experience + Bonus plan * And much more! **Equal Employment Opportunity**  We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.  Recruitment Team | [email protected] Plansee USA LLC