Milling Cell Lead

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 and safety and quality procedures; promote a culture of safety and best practice- Support apprentice development and skills transfer within the teamEssential 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 ..... full job details .....