Milling Cell Lead

Milling Cell Lead

Job Reference: RT MCL

Engineering Barnsley, South Yorkshire £19 - £20 per hour Permanent

We are seeking an experienced Milling Cell Lead to oversee and drive high-quality, efficient CNC milling operations in a fast moving production environment. The successful candidate will lead a small team, manage programming and setup, maintain production schedules, and ensure consistent output for medium to high volume batch work.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the milling cell team, including shift handovers, performance management and training
• Produce, review and maintain CNC programs to meet production targets and quality standards
• Set up machines, tooling and fixtures; conduct first off and in process checks to ensure accuracy
• Plan and prioritise work to deliver medium to high volume batch output on time
• Troubleshoot machining issues and implement corrective actions to minimise downtime
• Maintain accurate production records and job documentation; support continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with health & safety and quality procedures; promote a culture of safety and best practice
• Support apprentice development and skills transfer within the team

Essential skills and experience

• Ideally a time served apprentice with a wide range of engineering experience and basic IT skills
• Minimum 10 years relevant CNC programming experience
• Minimum 3 years supervisory experience
• Fully skilled machinist, confident of working on medium to high volume batch work
• Strong competence in CNC programming, setup and tooling
• Good communication skills and the ability to coach and lead a team
• Attention to detail with a commitment to quality and meeting production targets

Desirable

• Experience with common control systems/CAM software (e.g. Fanuc, Heidenhain, Mastercam or equivalent)
• Experience with inspection equipment and interpreting engineering drawings
• Experience working within continuous improvement/lean environments

What we offer

• A hands on leadership role with scope to influence processes and develop the team
• Competitive salary and benefits (details to be discussed at interview)
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities

To apply

Please submit your CV and a brief covering letter outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the role. Applications will be reviewed on receipt.

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