Machine Shop Supervisor

Machine Shop Supervisor

Location: Cheddar
Salary: £16 p/h

Are you a hands-on leader with a thorough understanding of manufacturing processes? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your leadership can make a direct impact on production quality and efficiency?

We’re looking for an experienced Machine Shop Supervisor to oversee a skilled team of machinists and ensure seamless operations in our dynamic facility. This is your chance to contribute to a high-performing team while advancing your career in a growing business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise and motivate a team of machinists, ensuring that daily tasks are clear, achievable, and align with production goals.
• Drive the efficient use of labour, materials, and equipment to meet production targets while maintaining cost-effectiveness.
• Monitor workflow to guarantee the availability of all necessary components and resources to meet production schedules.
• Provide ongoing training, mentorship, and performance feedback to your team to support growth and ensure high-quality work.
• Keep communication channels open and clear, providing updates to both your team and senior management.
• Be available for overtime or call-outs as needed to meet production demands, supporting the overall success of the workshop.

Skills & Experience:

• Solid experience in a supervisory role within a production or manufacturing environment-ideally aerospace, automotive, or mechanical engineering.
• Strong knowledge of safety protocols in a manufacturing setting, ensuring a safe work environment for all team members.
• Experience in resource and machine shop planning, with the ability to prioritise and adjust based on production needs.
• Familiarity with machine tools, mechanical assembly, and material requirements. A hands-on understanding of the production process is a must.
• Comfortable using MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and other relevant tools to track performance, plan, and report on operations.

Benefits:

• Growth Opportunities: We invest in your development and provide opportunities for career advancement within our organisation.
• Impact: Your leadership will directly influence the efficiency and success of our production operations.
• Team Environment: Work alongside a dedicated, skilled team in a positive, collaborative atmosphere.
• Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, along with the potential for overtime pay and additional incentives.