Machine Shop Cell Team Leader

The Client

My client are a leading global OEM who manufacture bespoke heavy engineered solutions to a variety of industrial sectors including power, renewables, defence and aftermarket solutions.

The role

They are now looking to recruit a Machine Shop Leader to lead a team of skilled machinists, ensuring the department hits production requirements, whilst demonstrating strong organising and planning skills to continuously add value and quality to the department and organisation. Key duties and responsibilities will include:

• Planning and prioritising production requirements and manning levels
• Ensuring all Engineers have what they need to carry out their tasks
• Ensure all the required tooling and materials are available
• Dealing with issues and problems that may arise within the machine shop environment
• Communicate effectively at all levels regarding production targets and any issues that arise that may cause delivery time expectations – breakdowns etc, liaise with maintenance teams
• Promoting a continuous improvement and lean working environment
• Ensure that the department complies with H&S, quality standards and that all machinists keep their working environment compliant
• Dealing with training issues as well as appraisals and disciplinary issues when/where necessary
• Complying with company policies and other duties as requested by Machine Shop Manager

The candidate

The ideal candidate will be time served apprentice trained (HNC/ONC) with a machine shop manufacturing background.

Ideally you will have worked as a team leader or supervisory level within medium to heavy precision CNC engineering environment, with a proven track record of meeting production metrics.

You will ideally be a good man manager, with the ability to get the best out of the team.

For more information or to apply please contact Luke Corr at Selection Group