Machine Shop Supervisor
28 days ago
Bishop Auckland
MTrec’s new career opportunity Our client are specialists in their market sector, they are looking to recruit a Machine Shop Supervisor on a permanent basis. The Job you’ll do • As Machine Shop Supervisor you will be responsible for leading the day-to-day operations of the Machine Shop, ensuring output, quality and safety standards are achieved., • This role focuses on delivering operational performance through strong leadership, effective resource management and the embedding of an SQCDP and continuous improvement culture., • Deliver safe, efficient and high-performing Machine Shop operations., • Achieve production targets across safety, quality, delivery and cost., • Develop and lead a capable, engaged team., • Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence., • Lead daily Machine Shop activities to meet production schedules over three shifts., • Drive SQCDP culture and lead daily performance reviews., • Monitor and improve OEE and operational metrics., • Ensure effective shift handovers and issue resolution., • Work closely with Planning and Engineering to resolve production challenges., • Lead, motivate and develop the Machine Shop team., • Manage performance, attendance and conduct in line with company procedures., • Identify training needs and support skills development., • Promote accountability and a positive team culture., • Ensure compliance with quality standards, inspections and documentation requirements., • Support process improvements, lean initiatives and problem-solving activities., • Liaise with Production Engineering on process capability and improvements., • Maintain high standards of housekeeping and 5S., • Ensure compliance with HSE policies., • Promote and lead a strong safety culture., • Ensure incidents are reported, investigated and corrective actions implemented., • Maintain safe systems of work and challenge unsafe practices About You • You will have supervisory experience within a precision engineering or manufacturing environment, ideally within a machine shop and demonstrate strong technical knowledge of machining processes with a track record of delivering operational performance improvements., • You will be a confident and proactive leader with the ability to motivate teams, manage performance and communicate effectively across departments., • Experience of working with performance metrics such as OEE and SQCDP is desirable, along with knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles., • A strong commitment to health and safety is essential., • A relevant engineering qualification or apprenticeship would be advantageous. The Rewards and the benefits Holiday buy & sell. Car scheme. Competitive pay. Enhanced pension. Training & development