Machine Shop Foreman / Supervisor

Job Summary

Responsible for the day-to-day leadership of the machine shop, ensuring safe, efficient and high-quality CNC machining operations. The role focuses on people leadership, production delivery, machining of cast components, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise and motivate the CNC machining team

• Plan and coordinate daily machine shop activities to meet production targets

• Program and support CNC machining using CAD/CAM systems

• Oversee machining of castings to required quality, tolerance and finish

• Optimise tooling, fixtures and machining processes

• Ensure compliance with engineering drawings, quality standards and H&S requirements

• Carry out and oversee quality checks and first-off inspections

• Train, coach and develop machinists and operators

• Liaise with engineering, quality and production teams to resolve issues

• Monitor machine condition and support preventive maintenance

• Drive continuous improvement, efficiency and waste reduction

Essential Experience & Qualifications

• NVQ / HNC (or equivalent) in Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing

• Proven experience as a CNC Supervisor, Team Leader or Senior Machinist

• Strong hands-on CNC machining background (3, 4 or 5 axis milling/turning)

• Experience machining cast components (ferrous and non-ferrous)

• Proficient in CAD/CAM programming

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T

Key Skills & Attributes

• Strong leadership and people management skills

• Organised, detail-focused and quality driven

• Good communication and problem-solving ability

• Proactive, hands-on and able to work on own initiative

• Positive, flexible and solutions-focused approach

• Committed to safety, continuous improvement and high standards