CNC Manufacturing Team Lead

CNC Manufacturing Team Lead Salary: 42,550 + Benefits Location: Bedfordshire Contract: Permanent Hours: 37.5 per week Working Pattern: 4-day week (MonThurs) with flexible working Security Clearance: SC required to start (DV eligibility required) Overview An established high-technology manufacturing organisation is seeking an experienced CNC Manufacturing Team Lead to join a Special Projects precision machining environment based in Bedfordshire. This is a hands-on leadership role within a low-volume, high-complexity CNC machining facility, producing critical hardware and R&D components. The position combines people leadership with active CNC machining, making it ideal for a senior CNC professional who wants to remain technically involved while leading a skilled team. The work is focused on one-off and small-batch precision components, rather than high-volume production. Key Responsibilities Lead, coach, and support a team of CNC machinists and technicians Take ownership of safety, quality, delivery, and cost within the production cell Plan and prioritise workloads to meet programme milestones and deadlines Remain hands-on with CNC programming, setting, proving, and machining Manufacture complex, high-value components using multi-axis CNC milling and/or turning Support tooling, fixture, and machining process development Drive continuous improvement, lean practices, and high manufacturing standards Work closely with engineering, quality, planning, and materials teams CNC Environment Machines: Matsuura, Correa-Nayak, Hurco Axis capability: 3 to 6 axis (experience in 5-axis milling highly desirable) Controls: Fanuc and Heidenhain CAM: HyperMill experience desirable but not essential Required Skills, Qualifications & Experience Strong hands-on CNC machining background (milling preferred; turning also considered) Experience machining complex, low-volume or one-off components Multi-axis CNC experience (36 axis) Experience leading, mentoring, or supervising machinists Ability to work from engineering drawings, specifications, and procedures High standards for quality, safety, and process discipline If you are a hands-on CNC professional with leadership experience looking for technically challenging work in a precision machining environment, we encourage you to apply. TPBN1_UKTJ

Created: 2026-01-22