Production Lead
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Stroud, Gloucestershire
Competitive Salary, Pension, Holiday, Sick pay, and more
Are you a hands-on professional with experience machining technology (CNC), Continuous Improvement, and Process optimisation?
Then get in touch! Kingston Barnes is looking for a Production Lead (Production Engineering Manager) for our client in Stroud, Gloucestershire. You will be working with high-quality technical products in a technical environment.
The Role: You will support the development of new technology introduction, machine and tool standardisation and sourcing. You’ll work with the Production Engineers to find the most ocst-effective production methods for all manufactured components whilst recording both projected and actual costs for each component.
Role Responsibilities:
* Work with the Operations Director to deliver cost reductions through technology, automation, and sourcing improvements
* Enhance machining capability while lowering repeat production costs
* Improve manufacturing efficiency by reducing set-ups and maximising uptime
* Ensure new products are cost-effective and designed for manufacture
* Support product development with a focus on production readiness and material suitability
* Develop and manage component costings, including tooling, quality, and labour
* Track performance against cost estimates to drive improvements
* Optimise CNC programs and manufacturing methods
* Lead Production Engineers to deliver efficient, standardised processes
* Implement standard tooling, setups, and programs
* Ensure shop floor adherence to approved methods and processes
* Manage CNC program control and documentation
* Drive continuous improvement, lean practices, and automation initiatives
* Identify opportunities for new tools, technology, and standardisation
* Capture shop floor feedback to improve processes and performance
About you:
* HNC in Mechanical Engineering (desirable)
* Strong hands-on machining and machine shop experience
* Proven production engineering background
* Proficient in Edgecam (CAM software)
* Able to read and understand CNC programs
* Experience with manual and CNC machinery
* Team leadership or supervisory experience
* Good numerical and literacy skills
* Competent in MS Office and general IT systems
Benefits:
* Salary up to £50,000
* EAP
* 7% Employer pension contribution
* Holiday
* Sick pay scheme
*Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK to apply for this position
Stroud, Gloucestershire
Competitive Salary, Pension, Holiday, Sick pay, and more
Are you a hands-on professional with experience machining technology (CNC), Continuous Improvement, and Process optimisation?
Then get in touch! Kingston Barnes is looking for a Production Lead (Production Engineering Manager) for our client in Stroud, Gloucestershire. You will be working with high-quality technical products in a technical environment.
The Role: You will support the development of new technology introduction, machine and tool standardisation and sourcing. You’ll work with the Production Engineers to find the most ocst-effective production methods for all manufactured components whilst recording both projected and actual costs for each component.
Role Responsibilities:
* Work with the Operations Director to deliver cost reductions through technology, automation, and sourcing improvements
* Enhance machining capability while lowering repeat production costs
* Improve manufacturing efficiency by reducing set-ups and maximising uptime
* Ensure new products are cost-effective and designed for manufacture
* Support product development with a focus on production readiness and material suitability
* Develop and manage component costings, including tooling, quality, and labour
* Track performance against cost estimates to drive improvements
* Optimise CNC programs and manufacturing methods
* Lead Production Engineers to deliver efficient, standardised processes
* Implement standard tooling, setups, and programs
* Ensure shop floor adherence to approved methods and processes
* Manage CNC program control and documentation
* Drive continuous improvement, lean practices, and automation initiatives
* Identify opportunities for new tools, technology, and standardisation
* Capture shop floor feedback to improve processes and performance
About you:
* HNC in Mechanical Engineering (desirable)
* Strong hands-on machining and machine shop experience
* Proven production engineering background
* Proficient in Edgecam (CAM software)
* Able to read and understand CNC programs
* Experience with manual and CNC machinery
* Team leadership or supervisory experience
* Good numerical and literacy skills
* Competent in MS Office and general IT systems
Benefits:
* Salary up to £50,000
* EAP
* 7% Employer pension contribution
* Holiday
* Sick pay scheme
*Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK to apply for this position