CNC Production Supervisor / Manufacturing Team Leader

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Job Title: CNC Production SupervisorLocation: Dorking, SurreySalary: Competitive, dependant on experienceJob Type: Full Time, PermanentThe Company is a well-established manufacturer and renowned experts in precision machining, bonding and finishing engineering grade plastics, especially Acrylic. They supply global, blue-chip customers in industries including life sciences, medical devices and industrial applications with solutions including fluidic manifolds and optical components.The Role:This position is key part of the smooth running of the CNC manufacturing operation. The primary responsibility will be the supervision of the production staff, including allocating work, problem resolution (technical and non-technical), adherence to standards and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives.You will be supported by an experienced and talent team of machining experts, technical support, quality inspectors, quality engineering, production materials control and IT systems experts.Key Responsibilities:Overall daily management of approximately 20 machinist staff, ranging from skilled setters/operators to general machinists. These include a core team of around 5 leading hands who are technical experts in their areasEnsure the efficient running of machines and work load of operators to maximise the production outputEnsuring all staff scan on and off of jobs correctlyDealing with technical issues, either directly or with the support of manufacturing engineers, quality personnel, maintenance staff or subject matter expertsHighlighting areas for improvement, in processes or organisationSupporting the allocation of work to individuals according to the schedule and monitoring their progressAssessing the training requirements of staff and encouraging progress through mentoring or specific trainingHelp lead continuous improvement initiatives such as 5S or Lean manufacturingUsing the MRP system to check the status of jobs and input updates if requiredAwareness of any quality issues and working with QA to resolve these including supporting root cause analysisPro-actively managing bottlenecks in the systemClose communication with the Production Director, Head of QA, Production Manager and Planners on the status of work orders and changing prioritiesMaintaining a safe and healthy work environment by following standards and proceduresThe Candidate:Previous shop floor supervision experience in a multi-skilled manufacturing company is essential, ideally involving CNC machining. You will have a technical background with direct experience of operating various production equipment during your career. You will have man management experience and good people skills to encourage the best out of staff including the ability to control and discipline if required. You will have at least moderate IT skills, although training will be provided as required. There is opportunity for progressing into a more senior role in time for the right candidate.Skills and Experience:EssentialProduction supervision of a range of multi-disciplinary staff in a manufacturing environmentDirect experience operating machines at some point in your careerMan management skillsProactive approach to solving problemsQualification in a technical subjectSound IT skills including Microsoft Office software skills (Word, Excel, Outlook)Some experience with MRP systemsClose attention and a good eye for detailConfidence in decision makingMethodical approachDesirableCNC Machining (mills or lathes)High precision machining environmentWorking with PlasticsPlease click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role.Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Production Manager, Production Planning Manager, Planning Manager, Production Controller, Production Coordinator, Manufacturing Manager, Production Supervisor, QA Manager, Production Manufacturing, Operations Manager, Manufacturing Team Leader, Machine Centre Operator, Experienced CNC Programmer, CNC, Operator, Experienced CNC Operator, CNC Machinist, Machine Operator, Trainee Machining Centre Operator, Machinist, Turner, CNC Turner, CNC Operative, CNC Engineer, Machine Operative, CNC Setter, CNC Programming, Machine CNC Turner, CNC Engineering may also be considered for this role.