Team Leader

Jenrick Engineering; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Cheltenham seeks a Team Leader for their CNC Laser department. The role involves mentoring and managing a small team of Laser Operators, as well as hands-on setting and operating of CNC Laser Machines. Candidates must have proven experience with Trumpf CNC Laser Machines and be confident in technical drawing interpretation. The position offers shifts with competitive salaries, from £38,000 to £47,800 per annum, based on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience of setting and operating CNC Laser Machines.
• Strong understanding of laser cutting parameters, materials, and nesting software.
• Confident in reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
• Experience of basic machine maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of steel fabrication and production workflow.

Responsibilities

• Mentor, manage, and support a small team of Laser Operators.
• Set up and operate CNC Laser Machines.
• Ensure high production standards and efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

CNC Laser Operation

Team Management

Technical Drawing Interpretation

Problem Solving

Tools

Trumpf CNC Laser Machines

Job description

Are you a Team Leader with previous experience of setting and operating CNC Laser Machines? I am working with a client in Sandbach who are recruiting x2 Team Leaders to run the Laser department on either a mornings or afternoons shift. As a Team Leader you must have proven experience on Laser machines as well as the ability to motivate, lead and support a small team in a fast paced environment.

This is a weekly paid permanent position.

Hours and salary:

Monday to Friday, 6am - 2pm (shorter day on a Friday) £38,000 - £43,000

Monday to Friday, 2pm - 10pm (shorter day on a Friday) £42,500 - £47,800

The Role:

Mentoring, managing, leading and supporting a small team of Laser Operators whilst still being hands on setting and operating CNC Laser machines.

Experience

• Proven experience of setting and operating Trumpf CNC Laser Machines - essential
• Strong understanding of laser cutting parameters, materials and nesting software
• Confident in reading and interpreting engineering drawings
• Experience of basic machine maintenance and troubleshooting
• Knowledge of a steel fabrication and production workflow