CNC Machining Manager: Leading CNC Department Performance and Machine Readiness
Location: Leamington Spa
Contract Basis: Permanent
Pay Rate: GBP 45,000 : 55,000 per annum
Key Responsibilities Of The CNC Machining Manager
- Oversee machinery set‑up to ensure the arrangement is safe and ready for the assigned workload.
- Install the correct tooling on active CNC machines, primarily 3 and 5‑axis Haas milling machines.
- Load materials into machines in line with project requirements or manufacturing orders.
- Load programmes, start machines and monitor machining progress.
- Carry out correct set‑up and calibration procedures for equipment and accessories.
- Regularly inspect machines for mechanical and safety issues.
- Ensure machines remain well‑stocked to minimise interruptions.
- Verify tooling inventory and place orders where required.
- Examine production output to confirm product acceptability for the next stage of the process.
- Maintain and update machine operation records.
- Keep technical skills current by reviewing machinery features and attending relevant courses.
- Work flexibly to support production demand during busy periods.
- Lead CNC machining team members, manage workloads and ensure correct processes are followed.
- Conduct routine maintenance tasks.
- Manage reporting lines for CNC operators and programmers.
If you are a CNC Machining Manager with strong CNC operational knowledge, supervisory experience and a practical approach to machine readiness, this role offers the opportunity to lead key production activity within a hands‑on manufacturing setting.
Key Skills
CNC Machining Manager, CNC machining, CNC machinery set‑up, tooling, machine calibration, programme loading, production output, manufacturing orders, machine maintenance, team leadership, CNC operators, CNC programmers, tooling inventory, process compliance