Second Shift Lead
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About the Job
Job Overview
Quality Control role in Northern California with a company in Manufacturing. The Second Shift Lead is responsible for overseeing daily operations on the second shift in a high-precision, high-mix CNC machining environment serving demanding industries such as semiconductor and medical devices. This role ensures that production goals are met with the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency.
| Salary | Annual Salary：USD 67,000 〜 86,000 | Location | Fremont, CA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Employment Type | Full-time Employee |
Responsibilities
Summary
The Second Shift Lead is responsible for overseeing daily operations on the second shift in a high-precision, high-mix CNC machining environment serving demanding industries such as semiconductor and medical devices. This role ensures that production goals are met with the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency. The Lead serves as the on-shift point of contact for machinists, quality personnel, and support staff, maintaining smooth communication between shifts and management.
The Second Shift Lead also serves as the primary backup for the Production Supervisor, taking full responsibility for shift operations, decision-making, and escalations in their absence.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Production Oversight & Hands on Support
Manage and coordinate all second-shift production activities to meet daily schedules and customer requirements.
Perform or assist with CNC setups, tooling changes, offsets, and first-article inspections.
Assign jobs as per the plan, set priorities, and monitor workflow to maintain on-time delivery.
Ensure proper handoff and communication with first and third shifts (if applicable).
Serve as acting supervisor when the Production Supervisor is unavailable, making operational and staffing decisions as needed.
Leadership & Team Development
Lead, coach, and support a team of CNC machinists and operators
Foster a positive, accountable, and safety-conscious work culture.
Provide real-time troubleshooting and technical assistance as needed.
Quality & Process Control
Ensure adherence to quality standards, inspection procedures, and ISO/AS9100 requirements.
Partner with Quality Assurance to address nonconformance quickly.
Promote continuous improvement initiatives and Lean manufacturing practices.
Safety & Compliance
Enforce all safety protocols and ensure a hazard-free work environment.
Conduct shift startup safety meetings and maintain proper documentation.
Communication & Reporting
Document shift activities, issues, and metrics in daily reports.
Escalate equipment, material, or personnel issues to management in a timely manner.
Requirements
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training in machining or metal finishing a plus
1–3 years of experience in a manufacturing, machine shop, or precision finishing environment preferred
Strong manual dexterity and a meticulous eye for detail
Familiar with the set-up and operation of detailing hand tools and similar tools.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and customer specifications
Familiarity with cosmetic grading standards and surface finishing best practices
Preferred
* vocational training in machining or metal finishing a plus.
* 1–3 years of experience in a manufacturing, machine shop, or precision finishing environment preferred.
Terms of Application
| Employment Type | Full-time Employee |
|---|---|
| Salary | Annual Salary：USD 67,000 〜 86,000 ▼Base salary $28 ~ $36 / hr $67k ~ $86k / annual ▼Bonus ・Sales comission ・Profit share |
| Work Hours | Monday to Friday 09:00 ~ 05:35 |
| Insurance | Health insurance (medical/dental/eye care) 100% employee coverage, life insurance |
| Employee Benefits | Health Insurance (Medical/Dental/Vision) paid 100% for employees Life insurance policy Safe Harbor 401(K) plan 401(k) match Paid time off (vacation/sick/holidays/floating holiday) Referral program |
| Addendum | Fremont, CA |
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Last Updated:2026/4/7
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