Machine Shop Team Leader

WEC Group Ltd; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing sector is seeking a skilled CNC Team Leader to manage the operations of their Machine Shop. This role involves supervising a team of CNC operators, ensuring production efficiency, and maintaining high standards of quality. Candidates should possess strong technical skills in CNC machining, along with leadership experience.

Benefits

33 days holiday including public holidays

Life assurance (Death in Service)

Company pension scheme

Healthcare scheme

Night shift allowance

Free onsite parking

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Recent experience in Machine Shop Team Leading or Supervisory roles.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Experience with precision measurement instruments.

Responsibilities

• Supervising the Machine Shop and ensuring production targets are met.
• Coaching and developing team members.
• Driving process improvements and efficiencies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Technical Drawing Interpretation

CNC Machining

Job description

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Due to continued growth and expansion, we are looking for a skilled CNC Team Leader to lead our Machine Shop shift team. As Machine Shop Team Leader, you will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the CNC shop floor, ensuring that production targets are met efficiently and safely. The role requires strong technical knowledge of CNC machining processes, as well as excellent leadership and communication skills. You will lead a small team of CNC Operators, Setters and Programmers, providing guidance, support, and training as necessary along with setting and operating machines when not fulfilling other Team Leader duties.

Location: Rotherham, Yorkshire

Responsibilities include:

1. Supervision of the Machine Shop;
2. Supporting, coaching, mentoring, training, and developing team members, identifying training needs;
3. Ensuring team efficiency, effectiveness, and target achievement;
4. Meeting production schedules and setting clear objectives;
5. Driving process improvements and efficiencies;
6. Interpreting technical drawings, programming, setting up, and operating CNC machinery;
7. Supervising machine operation, making real-time adjustments;
8. Reporting and documenting discrepancies and maintenance faults;
9. Generating shift handovers and overseeing process changes;
10. Participating in meetings for production and contract updates;
11. Writing CNC milling programs (Fanuc, Edgecam / Cadcam);
12. Setting up and developing new and existing products on machine centres;
13. Assisting in designing jigs and fixtures;
14. Maintaining program registers and tool inventories;
15. Creating SOPs, setup sheets, and production documents.

About you

1. Recent and relevant experience in Machine Shop Team Leading or Supervisory roles;
2. Experience with precision measurement instruments;
3. Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications;
4. Strong math skills for measurements and calculations;
5. Demonstrated manufacturing best practices;
6. Flexible and adaptable to changing requirements;
7. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
8. Focus on quality and continuous reinforcement of its importance;
9. Strong problem-solving skills and innovation capabilities.

Company Benefits

• A culture aligned with shared values and growth;
• Competitive salary;
• Night shift allowance;
• 33 days holiday including public holidays;
• Free onsite parking;
• Life assurance (Death in Service);
• Monthly prize draws;
• Company pension scheme;
• Gym membership discounts;
• Healthcare scheme;
• Referral bonus program;
• Training and development opportunities.