Lead Machinist/Team Leader - Zenith People LTD : Job Details

Zenith People are working with our client who are looking to recruit an experienced Lead Machinist with exposure to Manual Turning on a permanent basis.

Leading a Team of machinists in a busy Machine Shop environment, you will mentor the team and oversee the daily operations of the machine shop, ensuring efficient production and adherence to quality standards. Your role will be hands-on, involving both supervisory tasks and direct involvement in machining processes.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Production Coordination: Coordinate tool design, assembly, manufacturing processes, and cost estimating. Ensure optimal equipment utilization and efficient layout of storage and test areas.
• Quality and Safety: Ensure compliance with product quality, safety, and environmental requirements. Conduct near-miss and accident investigations.
• Supervision: Provide daily supervision and support to employees in the work cell(s). Direct machine operators and support personnel to meet production schedules.
• Reporting: Maintain daily, weekly, and monthly production reports.
• Skills: Familiarity with production planning, scheduling, tooling requirements
• Experience: Monitor processing activities, maintain training records, and ensure product compliance with standards and agreements.

The Person we are looking for & Qualifications/Experience Required

• Education: Apprenticeship in CNC or equivalent
• Certifications: Time-Served CNC Apprenticeship
• Essential Experience: Hands-on experience with Manual Turning/Machining and experience having worked with Colchester machines/lathes.
• Leadership: Ability to manage schedules, troubleshoot, and identify efficiency improvements paired with previous experience as a Team Leader in a similar environment.

If you are an experienced Machine Shop Team Leader or a Time-served Manual Machinist looking for your next step on the career ladder and would like to be considered for this role please click apply now.