CNC Shift Lead

AL970 - CNC Shift LeadLocation: BathSalary: £57,000 Per AnnumOverview:First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a CNC Shift Lead on behalf of one of our clients.Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel however all candidates will be given due consideration.The successful candidate will lead shift operations within a CNC machine shop environment, ensuring production targets, safety standards, quality requirements, and continuous improvement objectives are achieved while maintaining a strong presence on the shop floor.Duties and Responsibilities:

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• Lead shift operations to achieve production targets and daily performance goals.
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• Ensure compliance with company health, safety, and environmental standards.
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• Manage Team Leaders and oversee labour allocation, performance, and training needs.
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• Maintain a visible leadership presence and promote a positive team culture.
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• Oversee daily machine shop activities, troubleshooting issues to maintain workflow.
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• Ensure accurate job bookings, reporting, and operational records.
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• Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce downtime and improve OEE.
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• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to improve quality and reduce scrap.
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• Coordinate maintenance and TPM activities to ensure machine reliability.
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• Maintain housekeeping standards and support audit compliance.
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Skills and Qualifications:

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• Relevant experience in a CNC machine shop environment.
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• Demonstrable ability to set and run the majority of machine tools within defined processes.
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• Ability to lead through organising, coaching, mentoring, developing, and motivating team members.
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• Open-minded, change-oriented, target-driven, methodical, supportive, and forward-thinking approach.
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• Positive, proactive, and approachable leadership style.
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• Strong communication skills at all levels of the business.
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• Computer literate.
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