Lead CNC Machining Operations
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* About the Role:
The successful candidate will be responsible for leading a team of skilled professionals in the CNC machining department. This involves overseeing day-to-day operations, ensuring optimal productivity, quality, and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee day-to-day operations across CNC machining, ensuring optimal productivity, quality, and safety standards.
* Lead, inspire, and develop a skilled team of CNC machinists, programmers, and production support staff.
* Plan, coordinate, and schedule work to meet demanding project timelines and ambitious customer requirements.
* Implement lean manufacturing techniques and champion continuous process improvement, identifying opportunities for automation and workflow enhancement.
* Collaborate closely with engineering, quality, and sales teams to streamline processes and deliver precisely to client specifications.
* Play a key role in capital equipment investment, technology selection, and the adoption of the latest CNC, CAD/CAM, and digital manufacturing solutions.
* Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) around quality, output, cost, and on-time delivery.
* Troubleshoot production challenges, work proactively to resolve bottlenecks, and maintain high levels of machine uptime.
* Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and professional development across the production floor.
Requirements:
* Proven experience managing a CNC machining or precision engineering production environment.
* In-depth knowledge of CNC milling, turning, programming, and modern manufacturing techniques.
* Inspirational leader able to motivate teams, manage performance, and nurture skills development.
* Analytically minded with a passion for solving complex engineering and production challenges.
* Highly organised, decisive, and proactive – thrives in responsibility and fast-paced environments.
* Strong communication and collaboration skills, able to work cross-functionally and lead by example.
* A continuous improvement enthusiast – Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or similar background is desirable.
Why Work with Us:
* Be part of a forward-thinking organisation investing in both people and technology.
* Shape the future of manufacturing, working with the latest equipment and digital tools.
* Collaborative, supportive team culture with real career progression and training opportunities.
* Dynamic projects across a range of exciting and critical industries.
* Competitive remuneration, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to make a real impact.