CNC Miller Team Leader

Company

Built on decades of mastery, this is a company trusted where precision isnt optional its everything. Quietly powering some of the most demanding industries in the world, they combine relentless attention to detail, cutting-edge capability, and a reputation earned through consistency, reliability, and absolute excellence. When failure isnt an option, this is the team serious innovators turn to.

You will be joining a company who have had recent new investment, with exciting growth ahead.

Pay and Hours

• £40,950
• Only a 4-day working week, Monday Thursday
• 37.5 hours, days only with flexible start and finish times
• Friday is available for overtime, but this is optional

Commutable from:Nottingham, Derby, Leicester, Grantham, Loughborough.

CNC Milling Team Leader Role Overview

• We are seeking a skilled and driven CNC Milling Team Leader to manage the daily performance of the milling division.
• This hands-on position plays a key role in delivering production goals, maintaining exceptional quality standards, promoting a safe working environment, and driving team success within a busy engineering setting.
• The ideal candidate will be a proactive leader who motivates and supports their team, while continuously improving efficiency, machining standards, and overall operational performance.
• You may already be a CNC Milling Team Leader, or a strong CNC Miller, who is looking for that next step into supervisor Team leading.

CNC Milling Team Leader Candidate Requirements

• Proven background within CNC milling and precision engineering
• Confident leading and motivating teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Strong ability to read engineering drawings and work to tight tolerances
• Skilled in setting and operating CNC milling machines efficiently
• Solid understanding of tooling, machining methods, feeds, and speeds
• Excellent communication skills with a proactive, solutions-focused mindset
• Committed to maintaining high standards in quality, safety, and continuous improvement

Desirable Experience - Confident operating Fanuc, Heidenhain, or Siemens control systems, Background in engineering through apprenticeship or formal qualification, Experience in precision engineering or heavy manufacturing environments, Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement practices

CNC Milling Team Leader Key responsibilities (but not limited to)

• Lead and support the milling team on a day-to-day basis, setting clear direction and expectations
• Plan workloads and prioritise jobs to ensure production schedules are consistently met
• Operate, set, and programme CNC milling machines when required to support output
• Ensure all components meet strict engineering drawings and quality standards
• Monitor performance metrics including productivity, scrap, downtime, and efficiency
• Drive health & safety compliance and maintain excellent housekeeping across the area
• Support training, development, and performance of team members, including apprentices and new starters
  

Please Note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.

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