CNC Operator Lead *2nd shift*

**2nd shift 4:00pm-12:30am Monday-Friday**

About Epicurean

Epicurean is a proudly USA-based manufacturer of premium cutting boards and kitchen tools. Since 2003, we’ve built our reputation on innovation, quality, and durability—designing and producing our products right here in our 60,000 sq. ft. facility on the Duluth-Superior harbor in Superior, Wisconsin.

But what really sets us apart is our team.

We’re a small but mighty group that takes pride in what we make and how we make it. We are committed to sustainable manufacturing, safe working environments, and doing things the right way—for our employees and our customers.

Why Work at Epicurean?

We believe in taking care of our employees both on and off the job. Our benefits include:

✔ Steady full-time hours
✔ PTO + paid holidays
✔ 401(k) with company match up to 6.5%
✔ Medical, dental, vision + company-paid life & disability insurance
✔ Additional perks like boot reimbursement & team events

Learn more: https://epicurean-us.com/

Occupational Description:

Manages and leads a team of employees. Communicates company goals, safety practices, and deadlines to team. Motivates team members and assesses performance. Provides help to management, including training, and keeps management updated on team performance. Communicates concerns and policies among management and team members.

Duties and responsibilities for CNC Lead:

• Strong personal work and attendance ethics, works independently, follows instructions, can concentrate for long periods of time
• Strong leadership/management skills
• To share expertise and knowledge throughout the machine shop and be a focal point for advice on machining operations
• Maintain work flow within the machine shop to create efficient thru put of materials.
• Participate in resolving questions or problems concerning programs and machining issues.
• Provide Supervisor with input concerning employee performance, quality, and workflow issues.
• Assist in maintaining a high standard of quality for the machine shop, including checking work.
• Train and assist machinist on CNC machines
• Follow all safety guidelines and report unsafe conditions to Supervisor.
• Read work orders and run pre-determined files with correct tooling and jigs to maximize productivity.
• Perform inspection of machined products (including documentation of results).
• Work with CNC programmers to diagnose and eliminate defective parts and machine downtime.
• Drive forklift to stage needed material near CNC worktable.
• Special projects as requested.

Skills/Qualifications:

High level of organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to multi-task. Excellent communication skills (Written and Verbal). Ability to maintain tool operation, machinery safeguards, inspection, material storage, inventory control, and documentation. Machine shop experience preferred. Extensive knowledge in CNC machine components and operations. The position will require the ability to bend, twist, squat, kneel, climb, lift, and other repetitive movements associated with loading/unloading material. Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel.

Education/Experience:

High school diploma or GED and machine shop experience is required.

Certificate or Degree preferred.

Previous machine shop management experience preferred.

**2nd shift 4:00pm-12:30am Monday-Friday**

Machinist, Manufacturing, CNC, Machine Operator, CNC Operator, CNC Machinist, Operator.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Accommodations Statement
Epicurean is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

We believe that diversity and inclusion strengthen our workplace, and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

In addition, Epicurean is committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws. We will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process and during employment, as needed, unless doing so would cause undue hardship. If you require an accommodation to apply for a position or to perform the essential functions of your role, please let us know.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• CNC: 3 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Superior, WI 54880 (Required)

Work Location: In person