Machining Team Leader: Lean, CI & TPM Expert

Jackie Kerr Recruitment Ltd; Poole; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client in Poole, a designer and service provider of advanced fluid and motion control products, seeks a Machine Shop Team Leader to lead machining teams and drive performance. You will oversee shifts, training, and lean initiatives to ensure on-time delivery and world-class quality.

Responsibilities include managing performance, safety, COSHH/compliance, and continuous improvement projects with a strong focus on TPM and RCA. The role requires hands-on machining leadership and strong teamwork.

Qualifications

• Experience leading Machinists/Engineers and driving continuous improvement.
• Proven CNC programming, setting and operating CNC machines.
• Strong communication and organisational skills; proficient in MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Manage shift patterns to meet KPIs and ensure high machine shop performance.
• Ensure risk and COSHH assessments are up to date and communicated.
• Onboard, set targets, conduct appraisals and identify training needs.
• Oversee absence management, discipline and grievances with HR input.
• Identify training needs and implement TPM/Lean improvements with measurable results.
• Coordinate with Planning to meet weekly targets and maintain on-time delivery.
• Maintain Health and Safety standards and First Aid coverage.
• Lead Lean and Continuous Improvement initiatives; conduct RCA investigations.
• Lead by example in machining best practices and problem-solving.

Skills

Leadership

CNC programming

Lean manufacturing

Total Productive Maintenance

Communication

Organisational skills

Microsoft Office

Tools

Total Productive Maintenance

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our client in Poole, a designer and service provider of advanced fluid and motion control products, seeks a Machine Shop Team Leader to lead machining teams and drive performance. You will oversee shifts, training, and lean initiatives to ensure on-time delivery and world-class quality.

Responsibilities include managing performance, safety, COSHH/compliance, and continuous improvement projects with a strong focus on TPM and RCA. The role requires hands-on machining leadership and strong teamwork.