CNC Cell Leader Mill/Turn
Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire
£38,000 - £40,000
About the company:
Our client is a trusted provider of precision components and engineering solutions across aerospace, defence, oil & gas, nuclear, and commercial sectors. With over 48 years of experience, they pride themselves on maintaining the highest industry standards.
Role Overview:
- Set, operate, and program CNC mill/turn machining centres to produce precision fixtures and fittings.
- Manage and lead a team of CNC machinists, motivating and assessing their performance.
- Work with a variety of raw materials, adjusting speeds and feeds for optimal results.
- Ensure production meets strict timeframes, quality standards, and tight tolerances.
- Utilise FANUC/Mazatrol control languages and HyperMill programming.
- Conduct CMM inspections and use manual measuring tools.
- Implement Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement (CI) strategies.
- Collaborate with the wider engineering team to achieve production goals.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Strong experience with CNC Mill/Turn (Mazak Integrex) multi-axis machinery.
- Proficiency in programming, setting, and operating CNC machines.
- Knowledge of FANUC/Mazatrol control systems and HyperMill.
- Familiarity with CMM inspections and manual measuring techniques.
- Background in Lean Manufacturing and CI practices.
- Engineering qualification (City & Guilds, HNC, or similar).
- Leadership experience is desirable but not essential-this role is an ideal opportunity for those looking to step into leadership while maintaining technical expertise.
Benefits:
- Mon - Fri - 6:00am - 2:00pm
- 5% pension contribution
- Time off to attend medical appointments
- Enhanced sick pay privileges
- Long service awards
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays