CNC Machining Team Leader - late shift

TN United Kingdom; Essex; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a CNC Machining Team Leader to oversee a dedicated late shift team. This role involves leading the machining of jigs and fixtures, ensuring production targets are met while maintaining high-quality standards. You will be part of a dynamic environment that values problem-solving and continuous development. The company offers a competitive package, including benefits such as private medical insurance and a matched pension scheme. If you are experienced in CNC operations and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Pension (matched up to 8%)

Private Medical Insurance

Life Assurance

Dental Insurance

Gym Flex

Shopping Discounts

Qualifications

• Apprentice trained or experienced in CNC machining.
• Proficient in interpreting engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team in machining jigs and fixtures for production.
• Ensure manufacturing aligns with quality standards.

Skills

CNC Programming

Machinery Operation

Quality Control

Engineering Drawings Interpretation

3 and 4 Axis CNC Machines

Education

Apprenticeship in CNC Machining

Experience in Engineering

Tools

CNC Machines (Fanuc, Siemens)

Measuring Equipment

Job description

Job Description:

Location: Wickford

Type: Permanent

Leidos is seeking an experienced CNC Machining Team Leader for a late shift (2pm to 10.15pm, Monday to Friday).

We supply the automotive industry with special purpose tooling and equipment, including jigs and fixtures used in car manufacturing.

You will lead a small shift team in machining jigs and fixtures for both prototypes and batch manufacturing. Your responsibilities include CNC programming, setting, operating machinery, and supporting CNC setter/operators in managing their workload.

Why join us?

• Problem Solvers: We think on our feet to solve complex engineering problems.
• Development & Growth: Engaging careers, collaborative culture, and support for your goals, with opportunities to learn and expand globally.
• Reward: Competitive package with benefits like pension (matched up to 8%), private medical insurance, life assurance, dental, gym flex, and shopping discounts.

Responsibilities include:

• Completing inspection and daily sheets.
• Ensuring manufacturing aligns with our Quality Brief and standards (ISO9001, ISO14001, Q1).
• Achieving production targets and deadlines.
• Reading and working from engineering drawings.

Additional duties in CNC scheduling, methods, and setups include:

• Component inspection and quality control.
• Producing jigs, fixtures, and tooling methods for safe, cost-efficient production.
• Preparing cutting tools.

Supervision of:

• Job record sheets.
• Timecards.
• Inspection sheets.
• Ensuring efficiency of Setters/Operators, including de-burring, inspecting, or running multiple machines.

About You:

• Apprentice trained or experienced in the field.
• Experience operating 3 and 4 axis CNC machines (Fanuc or Siemens preferred).
• Fast-paced engineering environment experience.
• Ability to interpret drawings and use measuring equipment.
• Proficient in Metric and Imperial measurements.
• Understanding of engineering tolerances and quality inspections.
• Must pass and maintain BPSS security check.