CNC Team LeaderWolverhampton basedCirca £42000 + benefits
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We are recruiting an experienced CNC team leader to lead and supervisor a busy machine shop within a leading engineering company in Wolverhampton.
ACNC Team Leaderisa hands-on supervisory role responsible for managing a machining cell or section to ensure production targets, quality standards, and safety protocols are met.This is a key leadership role combining strong technical CNC expertise with people management, process optimisation, and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement.
Benefits and CNC team leader role package:
* Upto 21ph basic
* Overtime premiums
* Leadership mentoring and training
* Weekly Pay
* Modern facility
* High end equipment
* Career development
* External training certification available
* 38 hour week
* Double day shift rotation 0600 / 1400 starts
* 28 days annual leave
* On site parking
* Canteen
* Pension
Key Responsibilities of a CNC Team Leader:
* Lead, motivate, and supervise a team of CNC operators and setters in daily operations.
* Plan and coordinate workloads, machine schedules, and resource allocation to meet production targets.
* Perform complex setups, prove-out programs, and operate Haas CNC machines (primarily VF-series mills) when required.
* Oversee machining of aluminium extrusions including fixturing, tool selection, speeds/feeds optimisation for aluminium alloys.
* Read and interpret technical drawings, CAD models, and specifications to ensure parts meet tight tolerances.
* Troubleshoot machining issues, tool wear, and program inefficiencies quickly to minimise downtime.
* Maintain high standards of quality conduct first-off inspections, in-process checks, and final verification using precision measuring equipment.
* Train and mentor team members in best practices for Haas controls (NGC), G-code editing, toolpath strategies, and safe operation.
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives reduce cycle times, improve material utilisation, minimise scrap, and implement lean principles.
* Ensure full compliance with health & safety regulations, 5S standards, and company procedures.
* Monitor machine maintenance schedules and report any issues to maintenance team.
* Liaise with production planning, quality, and engineering teams to resolve technical or scheduling issues.
Essential Requirements for CNC team leader:
* Proven experience (5+ years) in CNC milling, with at least 23 years in a supervisory / team leader role.
* Strong hands-on experience setting up and operating CNC machines (VF / VM series preferred).
* Solid background machining aluminium.
* Proficient in reading engineering drawings and using precision measuring tools (verniers, tapes, rules).
* Good understanding of G-code programming, tool offsets, work offsets, and Haas NGC control interface.
* Experience optimising feeds, speeds, and tooling for aluminium to achieve high surface finish and efficiency.
* Excellent leadership and communication skills ability to coach, performance manage and build a positive team culture.
* Strong problem-solving mindset and attention to detail.
* Commitment to workplace safety and quality systems (ISO 9001 knowledge advantageous).
Desirable Skills / Experience for a CNC Team Leader:
* Experience with CAD/CAM software for program review/editing
* Knowledge of work holding solutions for extrusions (vacuum tables, custom fixtures, modular clamping).
* Previous exposure to lean manufacturing, 5S, or continuous improvement projects. xxuwjjq
If interested, apply today and an initial response will be available within 24 hours.