Tool Setter / Shift Leader

New Opportunity - Tool Setter / Shift Leader
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Are you an experienced Tool Setter with leadership experience in a manufacturing environment?
Our client in South Normanton is looking for an experienced Tool Setter / Shift Leader to join their growing manufacturing team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a long-established engineering business where you'll lead a team of five operators within the CNC press cell, ensuring production runs safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.
Working on Alfons Haar CNC press machinery , you'll be responsible for carrying out tool changes, line changeovers, troubleshooting production issues, and supporting your team throughout the shift.
As the new Tool Setter / Shift Leader, you will:
Lead, support, and motivate a team of operators within the CNC press cell
Carry out tool changes and line changeovers to meet production requirements
Set up and adjust machinery to ensure efficient operation and minimise downtime
Troubleshoot and resolve issues across multiple CNC presses
Monitor production output and ensure quality standards are maintained
Support operators with technical queries and day-to-day production challenges
Ensure production targets and shift objectives are achieved
Maintain accurate production records and communicate key information during shift handovers
Promote high standards of housekeeping, safety, and organisation within the work area
Work closely with production and management teams to improve efficiency and productivity
Support training and development of team members where required
Requirements for this role:
Previous experience as a Tool Setter within a manufacturing environment
Experience carrying out tool changes and machine changeovers
Supervisory or team leader experience within production or manufacturing
Good mechanical and problem-solving skills
Experience working with CNC presses or similar machinery
Ability to lead by example and motivate a team
Strong communication and organisational skills
Good understanding of health and safety within a manufacturing environment
Ability to work independently and make decisions under pressure
Desirable Experience:
Experience working with Alfons Haar presses or similar high-speed CNC press equipment would be highly advantageous.
Experience working within high-volume manufacturing
Knowledge of continuous improvement processes
Experience training or mentoring production staff
What you can expect in return:
Permanent, full-time position
Opportunity to join a well-established and growing manufacturing business
Supportive team environment
Long-term career opportunities
Ongoing training and development
About this position:
This is a full-time, permanent position based in South Normanton, DE55
Competitive pay of £18.50 per hour (shift allowance included)
Weekly rotating shifts:
6:00am - 2:00pm
2:00pm - 10:00pm
How to Apply:
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