Company Overview Greenfield Engineering are a leading precision sheet metal fabrication company, dedicated to delivering high-quality components to various industries, including automotive, aerospace, and construction. We pride ourselves on our cutting-edge technology and a culture of continuous improvement. Due to continued growth, we are now looking for an experience production team leader to join our team. Position Summary We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Sheet Metal Engineering Team Leader to oversee our advanced fabrication team. The ideal candidate will possess hands-on expertise in setting, and operating a specific suite of high-tech machinery. This is a crucial leadership role, ensuring efficient workflow, maintaining quality standards, and mentoring team members to meet production targets. Key Responsibilities • Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of a sheet metal team utilising our Amada Press Brakes, ensuring all safety protocols and quality standards (e.g., ISO 9001) are strictly adhered to. • Interpret and work from detailed engineering drawings, and technical specifications to determine production requirements. • Conduct regular quality checks on finished products using precision measuring instruments (e.g., calliper’s, micrometres, gauges) to ensure compliance with design specifications and tight tolerances. • Troubleshoot and resolve machine issues to maintain production efficiency and minimize downtime. • Manage and perform routine preventative maintenance with the team and report any machinery malfunctions to the maintenance team. • Mentor and provide hands-on training to junior operators and apprentices, fostering a culture of skill development and best practices. • Collaborate with engineering, quality, and project management teams to optimize production processes and improve efficiency. Required Skills and Experience • Proven experience in a supervisory or team leader role within a fast-paced sheet metal fabrication environment (minimum 2-3 Years) • A relevant Level 3 qualification in engineering. This could be a BTEC or City and Guilds qualification in general engineering. • ILM Level 3 or CMI Level 3 qualification desirable. • Essential hands-on experience (setting and operating) of Amada Press brakes. Experience with Salvagnini Panel Benders would be advantageous: • A strong understanding of all sheet metal processes. • Proficiency in using CAD/CAM software for programming is highly desirable. • Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead and motivate a team effectively. • A strong commitment to health and safety requirements and high managerial standards. What We Offer • Competitive salary and shift allowance • Company pension scheme • Absence bonus scheme (after qualifying period) • Opportunities for professional development and training • On-site parking/Free parking Salary Minimum - £19.00 per hour (Includes shift allowance) Hours of work = Monday – Thursday (16.30 - 03.00) Holiday entitlement = 28 days (including bank holidays) How to Apply If you have the specified experience and are ready to take the next step in your career, please apply with your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant machine experience via simon@greenfieldengineering.co.uk