Lotus Group is excited to partner with our client to identify an experienced CNC Lead Lathe Machinist to join their growing machine shop team in Edmonton, AB.
Our client is a well-established and growing precision machining and manufacturing company specializing in the production of complex, tight-tolerance components for industrial and OEM clients. With a strong reputation in the market and a long-tenured team, the organization is entering a new phase of growth. Plans are underway to expand both their facility and production capabilities, including additional equipment and enhanced service offerings.
This is a hands-on leadership role for a skilled machinist who can confidently set up, operate, troubleshoot, and oversee CNC lathe production while supporting shop efficiency, quality standards, and team development. The ideal candidate is a strong problem-solver with leadership experience who takes pride in precision work, mentoring others, and maintaining production flow.
Role Responsibilities
- Set up and operate CNC lathes for production and custom machining
- Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and technical specifications
- Program/edit at the machine and optimize tooling paths as required
- Provide hands-on guidance, troubleshooting, and technical support for machining issues and make necessary adjustments
- Oversee daily lathe operations to ensure production targets are met
- Train, mentor, and support a team of machinists and operators
- Conduct first-off inspections and verify dimensional accuracy
- Ensure compliance with quality control procedures and tolerances
- Coordinate workflow with production, quality control, and management
- Monitor tooling requirements and machine maintenance needs
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
- Assist in process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce downtime
- Support the development of more standardized processes and practices
- Foster a collaborative environment focused on accountability and continuous improvement
- Adapt team structure and workflows to support additional equipment and production demands
Role Requirements
- Minimum 5+ years CNC lathe machining experience within job shop/ custom machining environments
- Previous leadership or supervisory experience in a machine shop preferred
- Proficient in Mastercam and G-code/M code
- Ability to work a Monday-Friday day shift and overtime as required
- Journeyman Machinist ticket (Red Seal) is an asset
- Strong knowledge of CNC lathe setup, tooling, and operation
- Experience with programming/editing CNC controls
- Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints
- Strong understanding of precision measuring instruments
- Experience working to tight tolerances
- Familiarity with quality systems and inspection documentation preferred
- Forklift and overhead crane experience considered an asset
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of shop safety practices
- Reliable, self-motivated, and team-oriented
Compensation: A comprehensive and competitive compensation package will be offered to the successful candidate based on their background and experience.
We thank all interested applicants. Please note that only those applicants who meet the qualifications and requirements will be contacted.
Lotus Group provides Elevated Search, Recruitment and Human Resource services across Canada. With established client and talent networks spanning coast to coast, we know that employees are the power that fuel excellent organizations. Lotus Group is dedicated to being Canada's most trusted provider of Elevated People Solutions.
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Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Edmonton, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:
- CNC lathe: 5 years (preferred)
Location:
Work Location: In person
