Machine Shop Team Leader Poole Role Overview We are recruiting on behalf of a well-regarded client for a strong people leader to oversee machine shop operations across shift patterns, including out-of-hours working. This role is responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and high-performing production that meets business KPIs and delivery targets. The successful candidate will lead from the front - driving operational excellence, maintaining high safety standards, and building a capable, engaged team. Key Responsibilities Lead, motivate and manage shift-based teams to achieve daily and weekly production targets Ensure safe working practices, maintaining up-to-date risk and COSHH assessments Promote a strong health, safety, and wellbeing culture across all shifts Coordinate labour and resources to maximise machine shop utilisation Deliver consistent on-time performance in partnership with Planning Drive Continuous Improvement initiatives using Lean manufacturing principles Lead root cause investigations for quality issues, accidents, or near misses Maintain high equipment standards through proactive maintenance practices Conduct daily shift briefings and toolbox talks Monitor KPIs, communicate performance expectations, and implement improvement plans Manage attendance, performance, employee development, and training requirements Support recruitment, onboarding, and performance reviews Ensure Standard Operating Procedures ...