CNC Manufacturing Team Leader

Lockheed Martin; Ampthill; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 Day Work Week option

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in Ampthill seeks an experienced CNC Manufacturing Team Lead to lead a team of engineers in a dynamic environment. The role demands proven CNC machining experience, particularly with 5 axis technologies, and offers a full-time position with a 4-day work week. Responsibilities include managing a small team, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring safety and quality metrics are met.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years’ manufacturing and/or production experience.
• Proven background in CNC Machining, particularly with 5 Axis.

Responsibilities

• Lead a small team of CNC Engineers on multiple programs.
• Manage day to day activity of up to 10 direct reports.
• Drive problem solving activity to solve assembly, test and build problems.
• Drive continuous improvement activity to meet cost reduction objectives.

Skills

CNC Machining

Leadership

Health and safety awareness

Problem Solving

Education

Recognised apprenticeship or relevant experience

Tools

5 Axis CNC Machines

Job description

Recruitment Business Partner - Lockheed Martin

CNC Manufacturing Team Lead

Ampthill, Bedfordshire

4 Day Work Week option

Lockheed Martin (UK) Ampthill is a rapidly changing, dynamic part of the Lockheed Martin Corporation with both domestic and international customers.

It consists of business areas focusing on Platform Integration, Ground Based Air Defence, Special Projects and Weapons, which provide a variety of products and services to the Ministry of Defence and other customers.

We are looking for talented individuals to join the company. In return we offer an exciting and challenging career path and excellent work/life balance with a 4 day week (Mon‑Thurs) and flexible working arrangements.

We offer 37.5 hours per week and there are no night shifts or non-standard hours involved.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced CNC Engineer & Manufacturing Team Leader. You will lead a small team of CNC Engineers working on several programmes including our prestigious Special Projects Division.

Responsibilities

• Low volume High cost environment focusing on critical hardware and R&D within a CNC machining environment
• Demonstration of both CNC experience and leadership qualities.
• Recognised apprenticeship or experience required.
• A high level of health and safety awareness
• Manage day to day activity of up to 10 direct reports
• Collaboration with other Team leads within manufacturing
• Facility ownership
• Manage KPI metrics for safety, quality, schedule, cost and delivery
• Provide technical support where necessary to achieve cost, quality and delivery objectives
• Liaise with materials, planning and quality to drive on time delivery
• Liaise with Engineering and design to improve manufacturing methods and procedures
• Liaise with support functions to drive cost, quality and delivery objectives
• Mentor, train and develop others in line with skills matrix and personal development plans
• Drive problem solving activity to solve assembly, test and build problems
• Drive continuous improvement activity to meet cost reduction objectives
• Ability to prioritise and schedule work load in order to meet all programme deliverable commitment and timelines
• Drive 6 ‘S’ and lean manufacturing activity and FOD control.

Qualifications

• Responsible for the day-to-day management of skilled operatives including line efficiency, quality, operator training, development and the welfare of staff.
• You will also assist team members when process abnormalities occur and support operators when they leave the line temporarily.
• May also be responsible for shift communication meetings.
• Minimum 2-3 years’ manufacturing and/or production experience
• Proven background in CNC Machining, particularly with 5 Axis.

Lockheed Martin is committed to upholding principles of equal opportunity, fostering a work environment that is aligned with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance.

We recognize the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximize value for our customers.

Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of their background.

If you are interested in a position, we invite you to share how your skills and perspectives could bolster our team and encourage you to apply, even if you feel your qualifications do not fully meet all the job criteria outlined in our advertisement.

We are prepared to accommodate reasonable adjustments for applicants as needed.

If you require assistance or adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [e-mail] or call 02392415270.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Engineering, Management, and Manufacturing

Industries: Defense and Space Manufacturing