Machinist Shift Lead - Multi-Axis CNC (Weekend Shift 3-12s)

About RTC Aerospace:

At RTC, we believe in teamwork, excellence, and delivering with pride. One Team! One Mission!

RTC Aerospace is a 60-year-old aerospace manufacturer of complex, high-tolerance, difficult-to-machine parts. We have 4 facilities across the nation bringing exceptional cellular manufacturing capabilities and unique engineered solutions to our clients’ designed products. We are a company driven by ambitious individuals, working together to become an industry leader in lean-cell manufacturing. Come be a part of something exceptional at RTC Aerospace!

How You’ll Make an Impact

At RTC, we believe in teamwork, excellence, and delivering with pride. One Team! One Mission!

The Multi-Axis CNC Machinist Lead serves as the key point of contact for all machinists and shop-floor-related departments during their assigned shift. This role is responsible for coordinating daily production activities, mentoring machinists and operators, ensuring adherence to quality standards, and supporting seamless communication between departments such as Engineering, Programming, Quality, and Production Management.

This position may oversee multiple machining disciplines depending on their division and shift — including but not limited to CNC milling, turning, Swiss, manual machining, EDM, grinding, honing, deburr, and assembly. The Lead is expected to be a hands-on technical expert and a strong leader who fosters collaboration, efficiency, and continuous improvement across the shop floor.

What you’ll be doing as a CNC Multi-Axis Machinist Lead (Weekend Shift):

• Working a Full-time, onsite position at our Fife, Washington location.
• This position is from 5am – 530pm Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
• Act as the primary point of contact for machinists and supporting departments during assigned shift.
• Lead and mentor machinists and operators to achieve daily production goals and maintain quality and efficiency standards.
• Oversee setup, operation, and troubleshooting of 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC milling and turning equipment; may include Swiss, EDM, manual, or secondary operations depending on division.
• Coordinate with engineering and programming teams to ensure accurate interpretation and execution of part prints and setup instructions.
• Verify that all machined parts meet print specifications and tolerance requirements using appropriate measuring tools and inspection methods.
• Support production reporting, shift handoffs, and status updates through the company ERP system (Global Shop or JobBoss preferred).
• Maintain accurate shop inventory, including tooling, inserts, and materials, and ensure shared resources are properly cared for.
• Promote and uphold compliance with AS9100/ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems.
• Monitor work area organization, cleanliness, and safety practices; ensure all equipment and tooling are properly secured at end of shift.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, helping identify opportunities for process optimization, tooling improvements, and machine utilization.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications (Education, skills, and experience):

• Minimum of five (5) years of hands-on CNC machining experience, including setup and operation of multi-axis mills and/or lathes.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in a production or manufacturing environment, with proven ability to train, coach, and motivate others.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to diagnose machining or process issues in real time.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (Global Shop or JobBoss preferred) for work order tracking, production reporting, and job status updates.
• Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) and ability to interpret complex aerospace blueprints.
• Basic understanding of AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality requirements.
• Proficiency with standard inspection tools (micrometers, calipers, indicators, gauges, etc.).
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with emphasis on teamwork and accountability.

Preferred Qualifications (Education, skills, and experience):

• Experience overseeing or working in multi-discipline departments
• Completion of vocational or college training in machining technology (certificate or equivalent).
• Strong planning, organizational, and follow-through abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Advanced mathematical aptitude for complex setups and precision measurements.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and process improvement.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to do the following:

• Ability to lift or move up to 50lbs.
• Reach forward, up, down and to the side in order to move equipment.
• Continuous standing and walking throughout the workday.
• Ability to reach with hands and arms; use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel material.
• Access, input, and retrieve information from a computer.

Work Environment:

A large percentage of work time is spent in a machine shop where temperatures vary from hot to cold. The environment may also include exposure to noise, dust, fumes, vapor from coolant, etc. Industry standard safety equipment is provided by the Company, and specific notice is posted in areas where safety equipment is required.

Compensation and Benefits:

Employee Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, long-term disability and 401(k) with up to 6% QACA company match.

The Multi-Axis CNC Machinist – Weekend Shift Lead Compensation range for onsite Washington applicants is $30-40/hour commensurate with experience. Some shifts may include shift differential pay rates. Other site ranges may differ.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required.

RTC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation Applicants wishing to receive information on RTC’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact the RTC Human Resources Department. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact the RTC Human Resources Department. Candidates will receive consideration without discrimination in accordance with the requirements of article 9 to chapter XVIII of the City of Los Angeles Municipal Code, federal and state laws of California.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact the Human Resources Department.