Production Supervisor

CNC Supervisor (Wood/Timber)

• Annual Salary: £35,000
• Location: Denton
• Job Type: Full-time

We are seeking a proactive and technically skilled CNC Supervisor with experience of working with wood and timber to lead a small team within manufacturing facility. This role blends leadership with daily involvement in operations, including direct use of CNC routers, edge banders, and woodworking equipment. The successful candidate will drive performance against key production KPIs, oversee workflow and material efficiency, and foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Lead, supervise, and support a small team of production operatives to ensure all output targets and KPIs are consistently met or exceeded.
• Operate CNC routers, edge banders, table saws, and other woodworking equipment as part of daily responsibilities.
• Lead daily production planning and workflow management to optimise labour and equipment utilization.
• Monitor, track, and report on departmental KPIs including output volumes, job completion rates, first-time-right quality metrics, machine uptime, and material yield.
• Conduct root cause analysis on quality issues, downtime, or missed targets, ensuring corrective actions are implemented and lessons shared.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement using lean manufacturing techniques such as 5S, Kaizen, and SMED.
• Train, coach, and upskill team members in machine operation, safety compliance, and process efficiency.
• Ensure all operations are conducted in compliance with health and safety regulations and company standards.
• Coordinate with maintenance and engineering teams for proactive servicing and minimisation of unplanned downtime.
• Support accurate material usage reporting and inventory checks, ensuring material efficiency and minimal scrap.
• Communicate effectively with management and other departments regarding production needs, challenges, and timelines.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 3+ years hands-on experience operating CNC woodworking equipment, including routers, edge banders, and saws.
• Proven leadership or supervisory experience in a manufacturing or production setting.
• Strong ability to interpret blueprints, technical specifications, and CAD drawings.
• Skilled in performing machine setups, tool changes, and basic maintenance.
• Proficient in identifying and solving production challenges using structured problem-solving techniques.
• Comfortable working under pressure while maintaining a high standard of quality and safety.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a strong sense of accountability.
• Demonstrable experience in improving workflow, reducing waste, or driving measurable process improvements.