At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a skilled team in CNC machining and laser-cutting operations.
- Company: Join a leading manufacturer in a modern, fast-paced environment.
- Benefits: Earn £16.00 per hour with opportunities for growth and development.
- Other info: Enjoy a supportive culture with a focus on safety and quality.
- Why this job: Make an impact in a growing business while honing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in CNC operations and team leadership is essential.
Do you have the skills to fill this role? Read the complete details below, and make your application today.
Location: Leicester
Salary: £16.00 per hour
Shift: Afternoon Shift
Benefits:
- Permanent, full-time position.
- Opportunity to lead a skilled team within a growing manufacturing business.
- Modern manufacturing environment with investment in machinery and technology.
- Supportive team culture with opportunities for further development and progression.
About the Company:
Our client is a leading manufacturer specialising in point-of-sale manufacturing. Due to continued growth, they are looking for an experienced CNC Room Team Leader to join their busy production team and take responsibility for overseeing CNC machining operations within their Acrylic Department. The company operates in a fast-paced environment where accuracy, quality and meeting customer deadlines are key. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with CNC routing, laser-cutting and team leadership experience looking to take the next step in their career.
About the Role:
This is a hands-on leadership role, responsible for managing a small team while setting and operating CNC routers and laser-cutting machines to produce high-quality components to tight tolerances. Working in a fast-paced production environment, you will play a key role in ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and on time, while maintaining the highest quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead, motivate and coordinate a small team of CNC programmers and machine operators.
- Schedule workloads and manage machining capacity to meet production deadlines.
- Set and operate CNC routers and laser-cutting machines.
- Create and edit CNC programmes and toolpaths using CAD/CAM software.
- Carry out quality checks to ensure all components meet customer specifications.
- Monitor productivity and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and workflow.
- Troubleshoot production issues and implement practical solutions.
- Ensure a safe, organised and compliant working environment.
- Support, train and develop team members where required.
About You:
- Previous experience setting and operating CNC routers and/or laser-cutting machines.
- Experience leading or supervising a manufacturing or engineering team.
- Confident using CAD/CAM software to create programmes and toolpaths.
- Strong understanding of quality control and working to engineering drawings.
- Excellent organisational, communication and leadership skills.
- Proactive problem solver with a continuous improvement mindset.
- Committed to maintaining high health and safety standards.
- Experience with EnRoute and/or LightBurn software would be advantageous but is not essential.
To apply for the CNC Room Team Leader position, click Apply Now and upload your CV. A member of our recruitment team will be in touch to discuss your application and next steps.
CNC Room Team Leader in Wigston Magna employer: Optima UK
As a Jig and Tooling Engineer at our client’s Coventry location, you will join a dynamic team dedicated to delivering precision machining solutions across various industries. The company fosters a collaborative work culture that prioritises employee growth through continuous training and development opportunities, alongside a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. With a commitment to quality and innovation, this is an excellent opportunity for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in a thriving sector.
