Cnc Supervisor

Job Title: Machine Shop Supervisor Location: Bolton Salary & Benefits ⦁ Salary: £40,000 per annum (Negotiable for right candidate) ⦁ Bonus: Performance-related bonus ⦁ Employment Type: Full-time, permanent ⦁ Benefits: As per company policy ⦁ Holiday 25 days + Stats Direct Reports ⦁ Supervising a team of 5 machine shop employees Main Purpose of the Role The Machine Shop Supervisor is responsible for the day-to-day management, productivity, efficiency, and quality of all machining operations. The role ensures that customer requirements are met on time and to specification, while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and operational efficiency. The position requires a hands-on, proactive approach and close collaboration with the Sales Department to ensure accurate machine lead times, realistic quotations, and effective production planning. A strong “can-do” attitude and the ability to lead by example are essential. Key Responsibilities & Duties ⦁ Directly supervise, support, and develop a team of 5 machine shop employees. ⦁ Supervise and manage all machine shop activities, ensuring production targets and delivery schedules are met. ⦁ Program, set, and operate CNC turning and milling machines as required to meet customer and business needs. ⦁ Ensure productivity is maximised across all machines through effective scheduling, staffing, and workflow control. ⦁ Provide Sales with accurate machining times, costs, and lead times to support customer quotations. ⦁ Ensure job timings are recorded accurately and reviewed for continuous improvement. ⦁ Train and develop machine operators in CNC best practice to maximise efficiency, capability, and machine utilisation. ⦁ Ensure all employees understand their job descriptions, responsibilities, and performance expectations. ⦁ Conduct weekly production meetings, reporting progress, actions, and issues to senior management. ⦁ Provide weekly updates to Sales on production status, capacity, and lead times for new and modified work. ⦁ Encourage multi-tasking where cycle times allow, ensuring operators carry out secondary machining or value-added tasks. ⦁ Ensure customer specifications, drawings, and quality requirements are fully understood and met. ⦁ Ensure machining accuracy, in-process inspection, and final quality checks are completed and correctly recorded. ⦁ Ensure full compliance with the Quality Management System at all times. ⦁ Act as a key member of the Quality Committee, attending and contributing to monthly meetings. ⦁ Promote and enforce safe working practices and compliance with Health & Safety regulations. ⦁ Ensure all company procedures and policies are followed consistently within the Machine Shop. ⦁ Foster a positive, respectful, and professional working environment. Machine Shop Capability – Supervisor Responsibility CNC Turning Machines CMZ TC35MS – Horizontal Turning (2-axis) ⦁ Capacity: Up to Ø500mm ⦁ Turning of weld necks and flanges ⦁ Boring, drilling, and threading on flange centres ⦁ PCD drilling and tapping up to Ø30mm / M12 Dugard Yang ML55A – Horizontal Turning (2-axis) ⦁ Capacity: Up to Ø500mm ⦁ Turning and modification of flanges ⦁ Centre boring and drilling Monarch – Horizontal Turning (2-axis) ⦁ Capacity: Up to Ø450mm ⦁ Four-jaw chuck capability for non-round components up to 475mm long ⦁ Turning ovals, square flanges, and modifications Leadwell VTL-800 – Vertical Turning (2-axis) ⦁ Capacity: Up to Ø710mm ⦁ Used for larger diameter components above Ø500mm ⦁ Centre boring and drilling Hyundai WIA LV800RM (2019) – Vertical Turning Centre (3-axis) ⦁ Capacity: Up to Ø650mm ⦁ Turning, drilling, and tapping ⦁ Driven tooling with 10-tool capacity Manual Turning Machines Herbert 9C – Horizontal Turning ⦁ Capacity: Up to Ø500mm ⦁ General turning and centre drilling Webster & Bennett 48" – Vertical Turning ⦁ Capacity: Up to Ø1371mm ⦁ Boring with pre-existing bores over Ø160mm up to 150mm deep Webster & Bennett 72" – Vertical Turning ⦁ Capacity: Up to Ø2000mm ⦁ Boring with pre-existing bores over Ø160mm up to 300mm deep Webster & Bennett 36" – Vertical Turning ⦁ Capacity: Up to Ø914mm ⦁ Boring with pre-existing bores over Ø160mm up to 150mm deep CNC Milling Machines Dugard Eagle 1000 – CNC Milling (3-axis) ⦁ Bed size: 1000 × 500mm ⦁ Milling, drilling, and tapping ⦁ Flanges under Ø400mm Leadwell MVC 1500 – CNC Milling (3-axis) ⦁ Bed size: 1500 × 1000mm ⦁ Milling, drilling, and tapping ⦁ Flanges up to Ø1000mm (primarily post-turning) Doosan 650II – CNC Milling (3-axis) ⦁ Bed size: 1300 × 670mm ⦁ Milling, drilling, and tapping ⦁ Flanges up to Ø670mm (primarily post-turning) Drilling Machines (Manual) ODI Asquith – Drilling and tapping Kitchen Walker – Drilling and tapping up to 2m OD ODI Asquith – Drilling and tapping Skills, Experience & Attributes ⦁ Proven experience supervising or leading a machine shop environment. ⦁ Strong CNC turning and milling knowledge. ⦁ Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications. ⦁ Strong understanding of production planning, lead times, and machining costs. ⦁ Experience working with Quality Management Systems. ⦁ Excellent communication skills with the ability to work closely with Sales and Management. ⦁ Hands-on, solution-focused approach with a strong work ethic. ⦁ High awareness of Health & Safety and safe systems of work. What Next? If you have the experience and this sounds like the right fit, site visits are encouraged so you can meet the team and see the workshop first-hand. Contact: Antony Brunn on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) to arrange a visit or for more information. Immediate starts available! About Us: WF Tech are responsible for placing skilled and in-demand people on both a permanent and contract basis into the Precision & Advanced Manufacturing sectors, from skilled Machining Personnel and Specialist Engineers to Supervisory and Management positions. Our Specialist Consultants have an in-depth understanding of your skills and offer the best advice on your next step. We are always searching for the best talent, so if you know anyone, why not recommend someone to one of our professional team who will be more than happy to help. MEAB