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Production Lead

Vancouver, WA 98665

Industry: Skilled Trades/Light Industrial Job Number: 83555

Job Description


OPTI STAFFING IS HIRING!
Job Title:
Production Lead
Location: Vancouver, WA 
Pay: DOE
Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday, Swing Shift

Who We Are
We are a precision manufacturing company specializing in complex aerospace components. Our team takes pride in high-quality workmanship, safety, and continuous improvement. We’re committed to excellence and innovation in every part we produce.

What You’ll Do
As a Production Lead, you will guide a team of machinists in the production of highly complex aerospace parts using advanced CNC machines (3, 4, and 5-axis). You'll ensure quality, troubleshoot issues, mentor your team, and collaborate across departments to maintain top performance and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities Include:

  • Assign daily machinist tasks and ensure schedule alignment

  • Troubleshoot machining and programming issues

  • Coach and mentor machinists to support professional growth

  • Collaborate with Engineering and QA to improve workflow

  • Ensure optimal machine setups and calibration

  • Maintain tooling availability

  • Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions

  • Lead continuous improvement and lean initiatives

  • Enforce safety and compliance with AS9100 and ISO standards

  • Support other departments as needed (Debur, Assembly, Washing, Shipping)

What’s In It for You

  • Leadership opportunity in an advanced aerospace environment

  • Hands-on role with high-impact responsibilities

  • Supportive team and professional growth opportunities

  • Walk-in interviews and fast hiring process

What You Need to Have The Musts:

  • High school diploma or equivalent

  • 7+ years of machining experience, including 2+ years in a lead role

  • Strong CNC machine knowledge (3, 4, 5-axis)

  • Advanced understanding of GD&T and ASME Y14.5

  • Ability to troubleshoot, coach, and enforce high standards

  • Forklift Certification

  • Physical ability to lift 75 lbs and stand for 8+ hours
Preferred:

  • Aerospace industry experience

  • Familiarity with AS9100D and ISO 9001:2015

  • Experience with Lean, 6S, and Continuous Improvement initiatives

Next Steps
? Please respond with your updated resume!
? Call Kristian at 360.553.7223 or email [email protected]
? Or call Grant at 360.553.7222 or email [email protected]

? Walk-in interviews welcome!
? Visit us at: 703 Broadway St, Suite 690, Vancouver, WA 98660

 



 

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