Machine Shop Supervisor

MTrec’s new career opportunity Our client are specialists in their market sector, they are looking to recruit a Machine 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