Night-Shift CNC Milling Production Manager

Optima UK Inc Ltd; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Optima UK Inc Ltd is seeking a Production Manager to lead the night-shift manufacturing operations in Leicester. The role focuses on CNC milling, driving production targets, quality and timely delivery within a precision engineering environment.

You will manage CNC machinists and setters, drive continuous improvement and coach operators to optimise machine performance and safety. A hands-on leader with strong technical know-how is essential for staying ahead in a busy machine shop.

Qualifications

• Experience as Production Manager or similar in engineering or precision machining.
• Strong knowledge of CNC milling operations.
• Experience with KPI tracking and manufacturing performance metrics.
• Proven ability to lead and develop production teams in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee night-shift CNC milling operations and production schedules.
• Lead, motivate and manage night-shift teams.
• Monitor OEE, downtime, scrap and productivity.
• Coordinate smooth handovers with the day shift.
• Drive continuous improvement and Lean initiatives.
• Ensure health, safety and workplace organisation standards.

Skills

CNC milling

Manufacturing leadership

Team management

Problem solving

Lean manufacturing

Tools

CNC milling machines

Metrology tools

Job description

Optima UK Inc Ltd is seeking a Production Manager to lead the night-shift manufacturing operations in Leicester. The role focuses on CNC milling, driving production targets, quality and timely delivery within a precision engineering environment.

You will manage CNC machinists and setters, drive continuous improvement and coach operators to optimise machine performance and safety. A hands-on leader with strong technical know-how is essential for staying ahead in a busy machine shop.