CNC Team Leader

CNC Team Leader

Location: Hastings, East Sussex, TN38 9PU

Contract: Full‑time, Permanent

Hours: 40 per week

Would you like to be part of a team that is enabling technology for a better world? Kurt J. Lesker could be the place for you!

Join the Kurt J. Lesker Company as a CNC Team Leader at our European Headquarters in St. Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex.

We're seeking a skilled individual with experience in CNC programming & machining, a strong understanding of CAM software, and a qualification in Mechanical Engineering. If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you.

Kurt J. Lesker Company (KJLC) is a global leader in advanced manufacturing, delivering high-performance vacuum products and systems that power innovation across semiconductor, aerospace, medical, and optical industries. With over 70 years of expertise, we’re trusted by some of the world’s most critical sectors to support the development of next‑generation technologies. We’re proud to be recognised for our commitment to sustainability, ethical practices, and a workplace culture that values excellence.

• Perform complex machining operations on CNC milling machines and read and understand G-code
• Mentor fellow employees to resolve complex machining problems
• Write and edit complex CNC programs to support production requirements providing optimum manufacturing cost and quality.
• Set and operate 3, 4, and 5 axis machines
• Read and understand Technical drawings
• Produce quality parts in a timely manner
• Verify conformance of finished work pieces to specifications using precision measuring instruments.
• Collaborate with machinists, Engineering, and Product/Production Management to solve problems and improve processes.
• Provide hands‑on leadership/training for all team members across shifts for all stages and processes within the CNC department.
• Establish and maintain a safe working environment, reporting any safety concerns and preventative measures.
• Support the “Production Board” by monitoring the daily performance/execution to the routed hours, including quality product to specification and on time.
• Support management to conduct employee performance reviews, provide frequent constructive feedback to your team or report any performance concerns up to management where appropriate
• Identify and implement necessary team training and development to enhance and/or maintain team skill levels
• Other duties as assigned

Required

• HNC/HND (Mechanical, Manufacturing Technology or Industrial Technology) or equivalent experience in a related field
• Proven machining experience on CNC equipment or using CNC solid modeling (turning and milling)
• Delcam or Master Cam Programming experience
• Extensive knowledge of machine functions (G code, M code, Offsets, etc)
• Strong leadership and communication skills

Preferred

• Lean Manufacturing
• Previous experience in leadership position
• Previous manufacturing experience in the vacuum industry

• Competitive salary
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Matched pension up to 5%
• Health Cash Plan offering £600 per annum towards your standard healthcare costs for both you and your family, plus access to a free 24-hour doctor service
• Income protection insurance
• Cycle to work scheme
• Enhanced maternity/paternity pay
• Corporate, wellness and charity events throughout the year with the option to earn an extra day of annual leave

Please note we have a PSL in place and are unable to accept speculative CV’s from recruitment agencies.

Kurt J Lesker Company Ltd is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, irrespective of race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, or any other protected characteristic.

Applicants who require reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process are encouraged to contact us in advance so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

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Kurt J. Lesker Company Ltd is a limited company