CNC & Fabrication Team Lead

About the Opportunity

Staff Plus is recruiting an experienced CNC & Fabrication Team Lead for a permanent opportunity with an established manufacturing organization in Mississauga.

This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for overseeing CNC and fabrication operations while coordinating daily production activities and supporting shop floor employees. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining production efficiency, product quality, workplace safety, and team performance.

Key Responsibilities:

CNC Operations & Fabrication:

• Coordinate daily CNC and fabrication activities in accordance with production schedules and operational priorities.
• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot CNC machinery and fabrication equipment.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and production instructions.
• Determine machine setups, tooling requirements, and operating parameters.
• Prepare materials and components for production processes.
• Conduct machine test runs and verify finished products against specifications.
• Adjust machine settings and processes to maintain quality and productivity standards.
• Support CNC programming modifications and process improvements.
• Perform routine equipment inspections and identify maintenance requirements.
• Troubleshoot equipment, production, and quality-related issues.

Leadership & Production Coordination:

• Lead daily production activities and assign work based on operational priorities.
• Coordinate operators and production employees to ensure efficient workflow.
• Ensure employees have the materials, equipment, and instructions required to perform their work safely and effectively.
• Monitor production progress and adjust resources as priorities change.
• Provide hands-on coaching, technical support, and training.
• Support employee onboarding and cross-training initiatives.
• Monitor attendance, productivity, and performance expectations.
• Communicate production concerns and operational challenges to management.
• Collaborate with internal departments to resolve scheduling, material, and quality issues.
• Maintain accurate production records and shift handover documentation.
• Promote workplace safety, housekeeping, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years of manufacturing experience, preferably within fabrication, machining, or custom production environments.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience within a manufacturing or production setting.
• Strong hands-on experience operating and setting up CNC machinery.
• Experience working with multiple types of CNC or fabrication equipment is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and production documentation.
• Experience coordinating production workflows, employee assignments, and resources.
• Demonstrated ability to coach employees and support training, attendance, and performance management.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and technical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to make sound decisions and adapt to changing production priorities.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience supporting quality, safety, and continuous improvement programs.
• Post-secondary education in Manufacturing, Machining, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline is considered an asset.
• Ability to safely handle materials weighing up to 50 lbs., with assistance where appropriate.
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate is a hands-on manufacturing professional who enjoys balancing technical responsibilities with team leadership. You are comfortable supporting operators, resolving production challenges, coordinating daily workflow, and maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and accountability.

Benefits

• Extended Health Care
• RRSP Matching Program
• Paid Time Off
• On-Site Parking

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply through LinkedIn or submit their resume directly to:

directhire@staffplus.org

Staff Plus is committed to equal employment opportunities and accessible recruitment practices. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process upon request.