Are you an experienced CNC professional ready to take the next step in your career? Our client, a leading precision engineering company in Abingdon, is seeking a Machine Shop Manager to lead and develop their busy CNC department.
About the Role:
As the Machine Shop Manager, you will oversee all day-to-day operations within the workshop, ensuring production targets, quality standards, and safety requirements are consistently achieved. This is a hands-on leadership role where your CNC expertise and people management skills will drive success.
Key Responsibilities:
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Manage and coordinate a team of CNC machinists, programmers, and setters
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Plan workloads, allocate resources, and maintain production schedules
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Drive continuous improvement in efficiency, quality, and workflow
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Support and mentor team members, developing their skills and capabilities
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Liaise with senior management, production, and quality departments to ensure customer expectations are met
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Ensure compliance with health & safety and company standards
About You:
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Proven background as a CNC Miller or Turner with strong hands-on experience
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Skilled in CAD/CAM programming for CNC machinery
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Previous experience as a Machine Shop Supervisor, Foreman, or Manager
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Strong leadership and organisational skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a team
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Knowledge and experience using Hurco or Fanuc-controlled lathes and mills
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Excellent problem-solving abilities and a focus on continuous improvement
Why Join?
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Opportunity to lead a skilled and growing CNC team
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Competitive salary and benefits
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Work with a forward-thinking precision engineering company with excellent career development prospects
If you have the technical expertise and leadership skills to drive a successful machine shop, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now with your CV or contact us directly for a confidential discussion