CNC Supervisor / Lead Machinist at ZOOK — NeverHard
CNC Supervisor / Lead Machinist at ZOOK in Burlington, Halton. Skills: CNC Programming, G-code, Leadership, Machining, Mastercam. Apply on NeverHard.
Company
ZOOK
Location
Burlington, Halton
Type
full_time
Required skills:
CNC Programming
G-code
Leadership
Machining
Mastercam
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Job Title: CNC Supervisor / Lead Machinist
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Department: Machine Shop
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Reports to: Operations Manager
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Location: Metal Business Unit
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Pay Rule: Hourly
Job Summary:
We are seeking a hands-on CNC Supervisor / Lead Machinist to support our Machine Shop Holder operations department. This role is ideal for a senior machinist or lead hand who enjoys staying technically involved while taking on leadership responsibility. You will play a key role in programming, setup, and machining while helping guide the day-to-day activities of the shop floor.
Technical Responsibilities:
Program, set up, and troubleshoot CNC mills and lathes
Support complex jobs, new product setups, and process improvements
Optimize machining processes, tooling, and cycle times
Shop Floor Leadership:
Coordinate daily shop priorities and workflow
Support, coach, and guide machinists and operators
Ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production practices
Operations Support:
Work closely with operations and maintenance to meet production targets
Identify and resolve production or quality issues
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
Ability to work overtime when required
Will be required to support after hours emergency orders when required
Requirements:
5+ years of machining experience (manual and CNC)
Strong CNC programming capability (G-code and/or CAM software such as Mastercam or equivalent)
Proven experience with manual mills, engine lathes, saws and associated tooling
Proven experience with CNC mills and lathes and associated tooling
Comfortable leading or mentoring others on the shop floor
Nice to Have (Not Required):
College diploma in machining and/or 429A Certificate of Qualification
Proficient with using a PC
Experience with Microsoft Office
Experience with Microsoft Navision Dynamics or other ERP system
Previous supervisory experience
Working Conditions:
Exposure to a manufacturing environment, which may include loud noise, dust, and varying temperatures
Physical Requirements:
PPEs: Steel toe shoes, ear plugs, safety glasses, cut gloves Walking 2+ hoursStanding 5+ hoursSitting 2+ hoursLifting 25+ lbsStair climbing OccasionalLadder Climbing OccasionalTravel to work Ability to drive a car or use public transit.Bending and Twisting Full torso and upper body repetitive movementDexterity Must have use of both hands (gripping, pinching and fine work)Push/Pull +20 lbsVibration hand, arms shoulders / upper body (Deburr, pedestal grinder)Vision Full & clear
Why Join Us:
Stay hands-on technically while developing leadership skills
Opportunity to shape processes and improve shop performance
Clear path for growth into broader operations or leadership roles
Stable, team-oriented manufacturing environment
About ZOOK:
ZOOK is committed to finding pressure relief solutions for our customers that maximize our customers’ productivity and performance while keeping their people safe. ZOOK is a global market leader with over 90 years of manufacturing expertise of high quality metal & graphite rupture disks and other pressure relief products. ZOOK has global locations in the USA, United Kingdom, Canada and Malaysia, with state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Canada and the USA.We are dedicated to investing heavily in the latest technology and production to stay competitive in the marketplace, and are able to offer comprehensive solutions to the selection and sizing of products best suited for each customer application.