Job Title: CNC Manufacturing Team Lead Location: Bedford Salary: Up to £42,550 - We are booking interviews next week! Please call or email for a slot We are seeking an experienced CNC Manufacturing Team Lead to join our team in Bedford. This is a hybrid leadership and hands-on role, operating within a low-volume, high-value, precision machining environment, producing critical hardware and R&D components. You will lead and develop a team of skilled CNC machinists while remaining technically active on the shop floor, supporting complex, one-off and small-batch manufacturing activities. About Us: As a distinguished leader in the defence engineering industry, we are dedicated to delivering innovative solutions and pioneering projects. Our commitment to excellence has earned us a strong reputation, and we're looking for a talented CNC Manufacturing Team Lead to contribute to our continued success. The Role: So, what will you be doing as a CNC Manufacturing Team Lead? Leadership & Team Management (Primary Focus) Lead, coach and supervise a team of up to 10 CNC machinists and technicians Own and manage a production cell, ensuring safety, quality, delivery and cost targets are achieved Plan, schedule and prioritise workloads to meet programme milestones and customer deadlines Conduct performance reviews, mentoring and skills development (including apprentices) Promote a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance ...