CNC Machine Shop Supervisor

Beagle Aircraft; Christchurch; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

25 days annual leave

Pension and healthcare

Employee Assistance Programme

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Birthday Leave

Dress down Fridays

Long service awards

Free onsite parking

Career development opportunities

Early finish Fridays

Job summary

Beagle Aircraft is seeking a CNC Machine Shop Supervisor to lead the day-to-day performance of our Machine Shop in Christchurch. This is a visible, hands-on leadership role where you'll guide an experienced machining team, set production priorities and help improve safety, quality, delivery and machining efficiency.

Reporting to the Manufacturing Manager, you'll take responsibility for the daily operation and performance of the Machine Shop, driving OTIF customer delivery and continuous

Qualifications

• Hands-on CNC machining background with leadership experience.
• Strong CNC experience in precision engineering/manufacturing.
• Knowledge of 3, 4 and 5-axis milling/turning.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specs.
• Experience with Lean manufacturing (5S, Kaizen) and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Machine Shop team with clear daily priorities.
• Manage production schedules, workload and capacity for OTIF delivery.
• Oversee CNC machining operations across 3, 4 and 5-axis equipment.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering and Quality to resolve issues.
• Drive productivity, Right First Time, efficiency and equipment utilization.
• Support tooling, maintenance, TPM and equipment requirements.
• Champion 5S, Kaizen and continuous improvement.
• Maintain high standards of Health & Safety, quality and traceability.

Skills

CNC machining

Leadership

Manufacturing

Problem-solving

Lean manufacturing

Reading drawings

AS9100/ISO9001 knowledge

ERP/MRP knowledge

Education

Engineering apprenticeship

HNC/HND

Tools

ERP/MRP

Job description

Are you an experienced CNC Machinist, Programmer or Machine Shop Team Leader ready to take ownership of a precision machining department?

Beagle Aircraft is looking for a CNC Machine Shop Supervisor to lead the day-to-day performance of our Machine Shop in Christchurch.

This is a visible, hands-on leadership position where you'll guide an experienced machining team, set production priorities and help improve safety, quality, delivery and machining efficiency.

You'll be joining an established aerospace manufacturer producing precision-engineered components and assemblies for leading aerospace programmes.

The Role

Reporting to the Manufacturing Manager, you'll take responsibility for the daily operation and performance of the Machine Shop.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Company pension and healthcare benefits
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Birthday Leave
• Dress down Fridays
• Long service awards and free onsite parking
• Career development opportunities
• Early finish fridays

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead, motivate and develop the Machine Shop team, setting clear daily priorities.
• Manage production schedules, workload and capacity to support OTIF customer delivery.
• Oversee CNC machining operations across 3, 4 and 5-axis equipment.
• Work with Manufacturing Engineering and Quality to resolve machining and production issues.
• Drive improvements in productivity, Right First Time, efficiency and equipment utilisation.
• Support tooling, maintenance, TPM and equipment requirements across the department.
• Champion 5S, Kaizen and continuous improvement across the Machine Shop.
• Maintain high standards of Health & Safety, quality, traceability and manufacturing discipline.

About You

We're looking for someone with a strong hands‑on CNC machining background who has progressed into leadership or is ready to take the next step.

You'll ideally have:

• A time-served engineering apprenticeship or equivalent practical engineering background.
• Strong CNC machining experience within precision engineering or manufacturing.
• Knowledge of 3, 4 and 5-axis machining, including milling and/or turning.
• Experience leading, supervising or coordinating people within a manufacturing environment.
• The ability to confidently read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Strong manufacturing problem-solving and continuous improvement capability.
• A practical understanding of 5S, Kaizen or other Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Previous aerospace manufacturing experience, knowledge of AS9100/ISO9001, HNC/HND qualifications and ERP/MRP experience would be advantageous.

Why Join Beagle Aircraft?

This is an opportunity to take ownership of a key manufacturing area within an established aerospace business.

You'll be close to the operation, leading people and solving real manufacturing challenges while having the opportunity to influence how the Machine Shop develops and performs.