CNC Team Leader

Adecco; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health cash plan

Cycle to work

On-site parking

Company pension

Annual bonus

25 days holiday

Staff discounts

Dental & optical cover

Job summary

Adecco is recruiting for a CNC Team Leader to oversee a production area in Barnsley. The role focuses on hands-on leadership, talent development and driving performance in a modern facility.

You'll lead daily start-up meetings, monitor productivity, quality and safety, and collaborate with other departments to optimise output while maintaining compliance and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience as Team Leader or supervisor in manufacturing.
• Ability to lead and motivate production teams.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Familiarity with quality systems and production processes.
• Experience with production planning, scheduling and capacity management.
• Proficient with IT and manufacturing systems.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Hands-on, proactive leadership style.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and develop a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Conduct daily start-up meetings to communicate production priorities.
• Monitor productivity, quality, and safety against targets.
• Ensure staffing levels and skills meet requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean methods.
• Maintain health, safety, and environmental procedures.
• Support quality standards, audits, and process controls.
• Manage production schedules to meet targets.
• Coach and mentor team members for engagement and growth.
• Collaborate with departments to resolve issues and improve performance.

Skills

Leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Production planning

IT skills

Communication

Problem solving

Proactive leadership

Tools

Microsoft Office

Manufacturing systems

Job description

CNC Team Leader - Barnsley Area

Salary: £41,000 - £45,000 per annum

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full Time, 40 hours per week

Lead. Develop. Improve.

Our client, a prominent and growing manufacturer, is on the lookout for an experienced CNC Team Leader to oversee a dynamic production area within their modern manufacturing facility in South Yorkshire. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a hands-on leader passionate about developing talent, driving performance, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

The Role:

• Leading, motivating, and developing a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Conducting daily start-up meetings to communicate production priorities effectively
• Monitoring productivity, quality, and safety performance against established targets
• Ensuring staffing levels and skillsets align with operational requirements
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives utilising Lean Manufacturing principles
• Maintaining compliance with health, safety, and environmental procedures
• Supporting quality standards, audits, and process controls
• Managing production schedules to ensure targets are met
• Coaching and mentoring team members to encourage engagement and professional growth
• Collaborating with various departments to resolve issues and enhance performance

About You:

• Previous experience as a Team Leader, Cell Leader, Production Supervisor, or Senior Operative within manufacturing
• Proven ability to manage and motivate teams in a production environment
• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies
• Knowledge of quality systems and production processes
• Experience with production planning, scheduling, and capacity management
• Proficiency in IT, including Microsoft Office and manufacturing systems
• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills
• A proactive, hands-on leadership style

Working Hours:

Monday to Thursday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Friday: Early finish / half-day Friday

Benefits:

• Competitive salary of £41,000 - £45,000
• Premium overtime rates
• Annual performance-related bonus
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service
• Company pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Health cash plan including dental and optical cover
• Staff discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Subsidised refreshments
• Employee events and social activities
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities