CNC Team Leader

Gooch & Housego

About The Position

G&H is a world leader in optical designing, testing and manufacturing. As experts in the technology of light, G&H works with customers to provide optical systems, assemblies, and components for demanding applications Headquartered in Ilminster Somerset, UK with primary operations in the USA and Europe, G&H is recognized for the breadth of their acousto-optic, electro-optic, crystal-optic, fibre optic, and precision optic products. G&H is recognized as the preferred source for OEMs in the life sciences, industrial, and aerospace and defence industries, with a history of quality and excellence that dates back over seventy-five years. G&H Phoenix is a key part of our Optical Systems Division, providing a full start to finish in-house service from raw glass slab material, cut discs and mouldings, right through to polished and coated finished optical parts, prisms and assemblies. Joining us means becoming part of a forward-thinking organisation that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and the pursuit of operational and design excellence. ROLE As the Team Leader you will report to the Departmental Manager Your main priority is to support the organisation of your department with materials, people and machinery. Lead your team with working the work area to meet daily production to meet daily output targets. Highlight risk and demonstrate capability to mitigate risk in relation to daily targets. Drive to achieve site objectives. The role will require a split of 70% production time and 30% Leadership Innovation and continuous improvement champion of the area

Requirements

GCSE or equivalent qualifications in English, Maths and Science
NVQ level 3 in mechanical engineering/time served apprentice
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
Experience in working within a Lean manufacturing environment
Excellent organisational skills
Dynamic and engaging leadership
Result driven
Positive can-do attitude
Punctual and adaptable
Flexible approach to working and shift patterns
Willingness to learn and develop skills
Attention to detail
Methodical approach

Responsibilities

Adherence to all Company policies, management systems and standard operational procedures, including legal responsibilities in relation to Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality
Working positively to develop and foster good working relationships with colleagues and contracted personnel in order to maintain a culture of mutual respect and dignity
Work closely with the Manager to agree and set and achieve daily/weekly production targets within area of responsibility for the team
Assist the manager with cellular level planning by communicating capacity constraints and barriers to success
Highlight & Report issues regarding production/Quality/Health and safety
Support practical problem solving and continuous improvement initiatives within your area.
Ensure operators are working to best practice and safely at all times
Adhere to standardised work processes with supporting documentation
Monthly 6s Audits
Mentor and develop talent
Lead cross training activities
Promote and display the G&H Core Values