CNC Lead Machinist

Job Title: CNC Team Leader
Location: Nottinghamshire
Salary: £45,000 – £48,000 per annum, depending on experience
Shift: Monday to Thursday, 8:30am – 5:00pm | Friday, 8:30am – 12:00pm

Benefits:

* Free onsite parking

* External training programme

* Progression opportunities to Team Lead

* Bespoke company pension scheme

* EV charging points

About the Company
A precision engineering and manufacturing business supplying components to multiple sectors is offering a permanent opportunity for a motivated CNC professional. This position offers autonomy to take ownership of the machine shop, lead a growing team, and drive production excellence.

The Role
As CNC Team Leader, you’ll oversee the day-to-day running of the machine shop, managing workflow and supporting machinists across CNC mills, lathes, and machining centres. You’ll be hands-on with programming, setting, and operating, while ensuring quality, efficiency, and team development remain at the forefront.

Key Responsibilities:

* Lead, manage, and support the CNC machining team

* Read and interpret engineering drawings to plan production requirements

* Programme, set, and operate CNC machinery (mills, lathes, and machining centres)

* Estimate setup and run times, tooling, and material needs

* Adjust speeds, feeds, and tooling for precision and accuracy

* Perform routine maintenance and ensure safe workshop operations

* Inspect finished parts to maintain high-quality standards

* Drive continuous improvement and workflow efficiency

About You:

* Skilled in programming, setting, and operating CNC machinery

* Strong understanding of tooling, materials, and machining processes

* Proven experience managing or leading a machine shop team

* Excellent problem-solving skills and technical knowledge

* Ability to work from complex engineering drawings independently

* Organised, proactive, and committed to quality and team development

How to Apply:
To apply for the CNC Team Leader position, click Apply Now and upload your CV. A member of our recruitment team will contact you to discuss your application and next steps