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Reed
Machine Shop Leader
Bath, Somerset
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 14 hours ago
- Salary
- 55000.00 - 60000.00 GBP Annual
- Recruiter
- Reed
- Closes
- 15 Feb 2026
- Course
- No
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
Machine Shop LeaderBathThree shift patternEarlies, Lates, NightsUp GBP57-GBP59k (including shift allowance)
Are you an experienced CNC professional with a passion for leadership and continuous improvement, then this could be the ideal new role for you!
As Machine Shop Shift Lead, you'll play a key role in driving safety, efficiency, and quality in the machine shop while supervising and mentoring a team of skilled machinists
The company design and manufacture parts for the defence industry and so it gives you an opportunity to work with some interesting and exciting technology and good long-term stability.If you are interested, please apply online and one of the team at Reed will call you back with all the details.
This would be on the 3- shift based on a 37-hour working week.Nights Sun 10.30pm to 6am (Mon to Thurs 10pm to 6am) 30-minute unpaid breakLates: Mon to Thurs 2pm to 10pm (1:30 to 9pm Friday) 30-minute unpaid breakEarlies: Mon to Fri 6am to 2pm (1.30pm Friday) 30-minute unpaid break
What you'll do:
Lead and motivate a skilled team to achieve production targets.Ensure a safe, compliant, and high-performing work environment.Oversee machine operations, troubleshoot issues, and optimise workflow.Drive continuous improvement initiatives to boost reliability and reduce downtime.Collaborate on root cause analysis and maintain SOP integrity. What we're looking for:
Proven experience in a CNC machine shop environment.Ability to set and run a variety of machine tools.Strong leadership skills with a proactive, supportive approach.Excellent communication and organisational abilities.Computer literacy and a commitment to quality and safety. You'll be part of a forward-thinking team that values innovation, development, and collaboration. If you're open-minded, target-driven, and ready to make an impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Ad ID: 5417741802
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