At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic machining team and drive production excellence in a fast-paced environment.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking precision manufacturing company focused on quality and innovation.
- Benefits: Full-time role with competitive salary, day shifts, and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Diversity is valued; apply today to be part of an inclusive workplace.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by leading teams and improving processes in a collaborative setting.
- Qualifications: Experience in machining leadership and a passion for continuous improvement required.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 41000 £ per year.
Are you a well organised Machining Cell Leader or Manufacturing Team Leader able to lead production teams and provide exceptional results to clients? We are recruiting for a hands-on Machining Cell Leader to oversee the day-to-day operations of a busy machining department within a precision manufacturing environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced leader with a strong machining background who is passionate about quality, continuous improvement and developing high performing teams.
Working closely with Production, Planning and Purchasing teams, you'll ensure production targets are achieved while maintaining high standards of quality, efficiency and safety.
What’s on Offer?
- Job type: Full-time
- Location: Eastbourne
- Salary: DOE
- Hours: Day shifts
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and support the team and day-to-day operation of the department
- Plan workloads and allocate resources to meet production schedules
- Work closely with Planning and Production teams to ensure customer deadlines are achieved
- Monitor production performance and identify opportunities for improvement
- Ensure materials and components remain fully traceable throughout the manufacturing process
- Support quality investigations, root cause analysis and corrective actions
- Promote Lean Manufacturing, 5S and continuous improvement initiatives
- Ensure health and safety documentation and production records are maintained accurately
- Drive a positive, proactive and collaborative working environment
Skills, Experience & Training Requirements
- Previous experience as a Machining Cell Leader, Machine Shop Supervisor or Manufacturing Team Leader
- Experience managing or supervising a machining department
- Proven leadership, coaching and people management skills
- Good understanding of production planning and manufacturing processes
- Experience working within Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement environments
- Ability to work under pressure and manage changing priorities
- HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering, apprenticeship or leadership qualification would be advantageous
- Experience within a low volume, high precision manufacturing environment would be beneficial
Apply Today
If you're an experienced Machining Cell Leader looking to take the next step in your career within a forward thinking manufacturing business, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV for further information.
If you know someone suitable for this role, share the word and through our referral scheme receive up to £250!
We are committed to supporting and promoting diversity in the workplace and consider all applications. Any salary advertised is for search purposes only. If you have not heard from us within 7 days you will have not been successful on this occasion, however, we would welcome your application for alternative vacancies.
