KAP Technical
CNC Machine Shop Team Leader
Location: Draycott, Derbyshire
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to be part of a team that designs, manufactures, and builds state-of-the-art machinery,
We are seeking a skilled and experienced CNC Section Team Leader to manage our growing machine shop team. This role involves programming, setting, and operating machining centres to produce high-quality parts to specification, as well as leading the department to achieve production goals. Working within our busy Draycott workshop, you'll program with Mastercam CAD/CAM software, set up Haas, Doosan, and Star machines, and run high-quality parts. Key responsibilities include:
* Interpreting technical drawings to produce parts accurately to specification
* Operating multiple machines where feasible to maximize efficiency
* Collaborating with the Mechanical Design Team to optimize part costs, complexity, tooling, and machining time
* Implementing productivity improvements to enhance output
* Supervising shop floor activities across 10 machining centres and coordinating with supporting departments
As a CNC Section Team Leader, you will play a critical role in our Operational Management Team, providing leadership in production, continuous improvement, and planning.
Main Responsibilities:
* Providing support to the Milling and Turning sections
* Managing tooling levels and specifying new tooling as needed
* Ensuring coolant quality and safety with regular testing
* Coordinating with the Production Planner to prioritize machining orders for efficient operations
* Fostering a continuous improvement culture within the department
* Maximizing machine efficiency and utilization
* Upholding company quality standards and procedures
* Training and developing new and existing team members
* Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety and Environmental requirements
* Addressing departmental issues through corrective action
Qualifications, Skills, and Experience Required:
* Relevant engineering qualification (preferred)
* Minimum of 2 years' experience in CNC Milling and CNC Turning (essential)
* Experience in offline or partial offline programming with CAD/CAM software, including Mastercam (essential)
* Proficiency in setting and operating CNC vertical machining centres and lathe centres
* Experience with Star sliding head machines
* Familiarity with Haas control systems (training provided)
* Strong organizational, management, and planning skills
* Excellent communication skills at all levels
What We Offer:
* Opportunities for skill development and career growth in a supportive environment
* Recognition of achievements and successes
* Competitive salary based on experience
* Convenient location near Derby city centre and local amenities
* Company pension scheme
* Refer-a-Friend program
* Free on-site parking