CNC Shop Supervisor — Lead Precision Machining Team

Randstad Employment Bureau; Port Talbot; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad CPE is seeking a hands-on Machining Cell Leader to oversee day-to-day operations of a busy machining department within a precision environment in Port Talbot. The role involves coordinating with Production, Planning and Purchasing teams to hit schedules and ensure quality, with responsibilities spanning setup, programming, and process optimization.

The ideal candidate will have rich experience with CNC machines, strong reading of engineering drawings, and proficiency with DMG Mori

Qualifications

• Experience operating CNC machines in a production environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Skilled with precision measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, gauges).
• Knowledge of DMG Mori programming platforms (Celos, VPS) is preferred.
• Familiarity with CAD/CAM software (Siemens NX, Mastercam).

Responsibilities

• Create and optimise CNC programs for DMG Mori machines.
• Set up and operate CNC lathes, mills and drills according to job requirements.
• Load raw materials and verify tooling setup.
• Interpret drawings and ensure dimensional accuracy.
• Perform in-process inspections using precision instruments.
• Monitor machine performance and report issues.
• Collaborate with programmers and machining manager to meet schedules.

Skills

CNC machining

Engineering drawings interpretation

Precision measuring tools

DMG Mori programming (Celos, VPS)

Tools

Siemens NX

Mastercam

Celos

VPS

Job description

Randstad CPE is seeking a hands-on Machining Cell Leader to oversee day-to-day operations of a busy machining department within a precision environment in Port Talbot. The role involves coordinating with Production, Planning and Purchasing teams to hit schedules and ensure quality, with responsibilities spanning setup, programming, and process optimization.

The ideal candidate will have rich experience with CNC machines, strong reading of engineering drawings, and proficiency with DMG Mori