Machine Shop Supervisor - Crawley

Our Client

Our client is a well-established, family-run development and manufacturing company specialising in the design, development and manufacture of electronic power systems. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a hands-on Machine Shop Supervisor to lead and support their CNC manufacturing team.

 
 The Role 
This is a practical, shop-floor-based leadership position. You will oversee CNC programming, setting and machining operations while ensuring production targets, quality standards and delivery deadlines are consistently achieved.

 
 Key Responsibilities 

•  Lead, organise and motivate a team of machine shop operatives
  
  

•  Oversee CNC programming of lathes and mills in line with engineering drawings (SolidCAM experience advantageous)
  
  

•  Supervise machine setting and operation in accordance with company procedures
  
  

•  Expedite production to ensure parts are manufactured on time and to specification
  
  

•  Manage raw material stock in line with production requirements
  
  

•  Liaise with internal departments and external suppliers to resolve technical and quality issues
  
  

•  Perform basic machine maintenance and support continuous improvement
  
  

•  Maintain a clean, safe and organised workshop environment using 5S+1 principles
  
  

•  Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety standards
  
  

 

 
 Experience & Skills 

•  Minimum 5 years’ experience within a manufacturing environment, including supervisory responsibility
  
  

•  Strong CNC machining background (lathes and mills)
  
  

•  Solid understanding of programming principles; SolidCAM experience desirable (training available)
  
  

•  Proven ability to optimise machine utilisation, reduce costs and improve quality
  
  

•  Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting capability
  
  

•  Confident communicator at all levels, internally and externally
  
  

•  Full driving licence and own transport
  
  

 

 
 The Individual 

•  Self-motivated and proactive with a positive approach
  
  

•  High attention to detail and commitment to quality
  
  

•  Practical leader who leads by example
  
  

•  Effective team player with strong written and verbal communication skills
  
  

 

 
 Hours 

•  Monday – Thursday: 8:00am – 4:45pm
  
  

•  Friday: 8:00am – 12:30pm
  
  

 

 
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing, technically focused business where you can make a direct impact on production performance and team development.