About this position
We’re Growing — Join the Momentum at Chandler Industries!
Chandler Industries is expanding, and we’re looking for skilled CNC Machinists to grow with us at our state-of-the-art facility in Blaine, Minnesota location.
We are seeking an experienced Team Lead / Skilled CNC Machinist to play a hands-on leadership role within our manufacturing operations. This position supports the Production/Operations Manager by providing technical expertise, mentoring team members, and ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and productivity goals are consistently met.
What You’ll Do:
- Perform complex CNC set-ups, prove out first-article programs, and run multiple machines simultaneously (up to 4+1 axis).
- Troubleshoot machining issues, optimize programs, and ensure parts meet tight tolerance and quality requirements.
- Take ownership of your work area, acting independently while coordinating closely with engineering, quality, and maintenance.
- Conduct in-process inspections, make offsets and adjustments, and interpret inspection data to drive corrections.
- Train and mentor machinists, providing feedback and supporting training and development initiatives.
- Support NPI activities, Lean initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment in compliance with OSHA, PPE, and 5S standards.
Requirements
What We’re Looking For:
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- 4+ years of CNC machining experience with advanced set-up and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to operate up to 4+1 axis CNC machines and run multiple machines.
- Strong blueprint reading, GD&T knowledge, and advanced inspection skills (including CMM).
- Experience machining aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, and exotic materials.
- Mechanical aptitude, strong math skills, and a detail-oriented, problem-solving mindset.
- Self-directed, collaborative, and comfortable serving as a technical liaison and team leader.