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CNC Machine Shop Team Leader

KAP Technical Limited
Posted 17 days ago, valid for 6 days
Location

Draycott, Derbyshire DE72, England

Salary

£36,000 - £45,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • KAP Technical is seeking a CNC Machine Shop Team Leader for their facility in Draycott, Derbyshire.
  • The role requires a minimum of 2 years of experience in CNC Milling and CNC Turning, along with proficiency in Mastercam CAD/CAM software.
  • Key responsibilities include programming, setting, and operating machining centers, as well as leading the team to meet production goals.
  • The position offers a competitive salary based on experience, along with opportunities for skill development and career growth.
  • Additional benefits include a company pension scheme, a refer-a-friend program, and free on-site parking.

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 centers 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 centers 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 centers and lathe centers
  • 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 center and local amenities
  • Company pension scheme
  • Refer-a-Friend program
  • Free on-site parking

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