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Role: Lead Machine Production Operator & Supervisor
Location: Holmes Chapel (CW4)
Hours: 8am - 4pm, Monday to Friday
Salary: £42k (dependent on experience) + benefits
Are you ready to take the next step in your career and join a forward-thinking, high-tech company that’s building a smart manufacturing facility? This role offers the perfect opportunity for a skilled and motivated professional to combine hands-on production expertise with team supervisory responsibilities. If you’re passionate about manufacturing excellence and enjoy working in a collaborative environment, this could be the ideal role for you.
About the Role
We’re looking for a talented Lead Machine Production Operator & Supervisor to work alongside the Production Manager in establishing and maintaining a modern manufacturing facility. This is a dual-purpose role, with approximately a 50:50 split between machine operation and supervisory responsibilities. You’ll ensure the smooth running of high-tech machinery while leading a team to uphold production standards, safety, and efficiency.
This is a unique chance to join an ambitious SME and play a vital role in shaping the future of its manufacturing operations.
Key Responsibilities
Machine Operation (50%)
•Set up and operate high-tech, PLC-controlled machinery.
•Maintain strict adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
•Ensure the production of high-quality outputs with zero tolerance for defects.
•Work with processes such as stamping, molding, and heat-sealing (experience in an automotive environment is advantageous).
Team Supervision (50%)
•Work closely with the Production Manager to oversee day-to-day operations.
•Supervise and support the production team, ensuring targets and safety standards are met.
•Train, guide, and motivate team members to improve processes and performance.
•Promote and implement LEAN manufacturing principles across the team.
Skills & Experience
•Supervisory Experience: Proven ability to lead, motivate, and support a production team.
•Machine Operation: Strong expertise in setting up and running PLC-controlled machinery.
•Quality Control: Excellent attention to detail and record-keeping skills.
•Safety First: A safety-conscious mindset, with experience maintaining and promoting safe working practices.
•LEAN Manufacturing: Knowledge and enthusiasm for LEAN principles.
•Licenses: A counterbalance license is desirable; a reach truck license is a bonus.
•Mechanical Skills: Basic understanding of mechanical engineering practices is advantageous.
What We Offer
•An exciting opportunity to be part of a cutting-edge, high-tech company.
•A collaborative and inclusive work environment where your ideas are valued.
•A competitive salary of up to £42k, plus benefits.
•The chance to grow and develop your skills within an innovative and forward-thinking SME.
If you’re ready to make an impact and take on a role that combines technical expertise with team leadership, we’d love to hear from you.
Send your CV today for a confidential discussion about this fantastic opportunity!
