Function: Purchasing & Supply Chain
Contact: James Tilley
Email: james.tilley@jonlee.co.uk
Job details
Parts Control Team Leader - Worcester
£13.68/hr - £16.05/hr (equivalent to £26,681 - £31,300) + (Team Leader allowance £3,060 per annum)
Have you led parts, materials, or logistics teams to keep production lines running on time?
The Company
Our client, Yamazaki Mazak is a leading global manufacturing company based in Worcester. This is an excellent opportunity to work for a market leading Machine Tool manufacturer who have been at the forefront of the industry for many years. Jonathan Lee Workforce Solutions are the preferred supplier to Mazak.
The Parts Control Team Leader position will lead the Sheet Metal Department Parts Control Team. The team’s primary goal is to support the SMD manufacturing and production section by collaborating closely with internal and external supervisors, as well as the purchasing, planning, and EDM teams. Together, you will ensure that the correct parts arrive at the machine build in a timely manner and proactively address any challenges that could impact the line’s ability to deliver on time to our customers.
Job Description
- This is a hands-on role requiring a strong presence on the shop floor.
- You will work closely with production line staff to support them in achieving 100% on-time power-off dates.
- Ensure kits arrive at the line on time by auditing them for completeness and accuracy.
- Identify internal shortages and agree on corrective action plans with the supply section to keep power-off dates on track.
- Support production teams and quickly resolve part availability issues as they arise.
- Identify root causes of material supply errors and implement corrective actions to improve BOM, MOS, and supply accuracy, reducing future issues.
- Ensure AX transactions are completed correctly to maintain stock accuracy in production, including transfer orders, scrap journals, and works orders.
- Set weekly plans and targets to ensure the team meets required daily output.
- Report daily on any issues related to receiving parts internally.
- Manage risk assessments, staff training plans, and SDQCP activities.
- Maintain and control quality levels, promoting high standards throughout the team.
- Ensure effective communication between departments to maintain smooth machine flow through to the Modular and Assembly area.
- Ensure Yamazaki Mazak Health, Safety, and Environmental rules and procedures are implemented and kept up to date for staff.
- Promote a positive culture by engaging staff in improvements and Kaizen initiatives.
- Drive 5S activities within your team.
- Report and update section KPI results regularly
Essential Criteria for the Parts Control Team Leader
- You’ll be a high-energy, can-do individual who is computer literate, takes full ownership of their work, and is familiar with supply functions including purchasing, stores and logistics.
Desirable Criteria
- Knowledge of the flow of parts through modular and production section.
- Knowledge of the workings of the Sheet Metal department.
- Proven Leader, with deliverables in all key areas: SQDCP (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost & People)
- Understanding of AX transactions.
- Willing to work early shifts (for more information, please contact).
- Experience working within a leadership role.
The Reward
- Join a successful, multi-national manufacturing company
- Excellent career potential
- Generous salary plus team leader allowance
- 25 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays
- X2 Salary Life Insurance Package and Well Being Programmes
- Aviva Pension 5%
- Free Uniform
- Free Parking
- Subsidised Restaurant on site
- Working hours are Monday to Friday 8.15am to 4.30 pm
- Overtime is paid at Time 1/3 first 2 hours then Time 1/2 thereafter each day. Saturday is Time 1/2 and Sunday Double Time.
If this Parts Control Team Leader role sounds like the right opportunity for you then please call to discuss further or email me at james.tilley@jonlee.co.uk

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