CNC Supervisor

CNC Supervisor – Laser & Press Brake

Permanent 

Exeter

gap personnel are currently recruiting for a CNC Supervisor – Laser & Press Brake

• Annual salary of £30,000 – £32,000 DOE + up to a 5% Monthly Bonus after successful completion of probation.
• The ability to learn as you work within a creativity nurturing business.
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + your birthday off
• Other Company Benefits may be available on completion of a probationary period (3 months)
  • Healthshield Cash Plan
  • Techscheme
  • Cyclescheme
  • Life Assurance x3 annual salary
• All you can drink tea and coffee.
• No weekend shifts (who doesn’t love that!)
• On site and free parking
• An hour earlier finish on a Friday so you can get to enjoying your weekend quicker!

Reporting to the Workshop Manager, each day you will be:

Supporting the Workshop Manager:

• Assist in managing daily workshop operations, ensuring efficiency and productivity
• Act as a point of contact between the Workshop Manager and CNC operators
• Help implement process improvements and maintain production schedules

Supervisory & Leadership:

• Oversee and support a team of CNC operators, ensuring high-quality output
• Train and mentor operators in machine setup, operation, and safety procedures
• Monitor performance, providing feedback and guidance to improve efficiency

Operations & Production:

• Set up, program, and oversee Bystronic laser cutters and press brakes
• Ensure machines run efficiently, making necessary adjustments
• Maintain production flow, meeting delivery deadlines and minimising downtime

Quality & Maintenance:

• Conduct inspections to ensure finished parts meet specifications
• Identify and resolve machine or production issues promptly
• Ensure CNC machines are calibrated, maintained, and in good working order
• Enforce health & safety protocols in line with company policies

Process Improvement & Efficiency:

• Assist the Workshop Manager in identifying and implementing workflow improvements
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to optimise productivity and quality

About you:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Proven experience as a CNC Supervisor or Lead Operator
• Strong knowledge of Bystronic laser cutting machines and press brakes
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and CAD files
• Good leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Experience with machine maintenance and troubleshooting

Preferred Experience:

• Experience with Bystronic press brakes and laser cutting machines – or other manufacturers
• Knowledge of sheet metal bending allowances and material properties
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and process optimisation

Successful candidates we be a pro-active team worker, liaising and co-operating with all members of staff. Operate within the confines of company policy and procedure requirements, including integrity and confidentiality in respect of the business. Abide by health and safety legislation in respect of yourself and others.

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