Job Description
We are currently recruiting for a Machine Shop/Production Manager for a permanent, on-site role based in a Manufacturing company in Birmingham.\n\nWe are seeking candidates with experience working with bespoke/artisan level products within the engineering/industrial manufacturing sector. We also welcome interest from candidates who have worked in precision engineering in a leadership role such as Workshop/Machine Shop/Production manager.\n\nWorking hours: 40 hours per week. (Apply online only) Monday to Thursday, (Apply online only) on Fridays.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\n * Interpret and transform technical drawings into finished products.\n\n * Visualise and assess designs, taking a step back to consider the bigger picture and ensure production feasibility.\n\n * Utilise a hands-on approach to machining, welding, and assembly to achieve precise outcomes.\n\nLeadership & Team Development:\n\n * Supervise and inspire a small team of multi skilled craftsmen/people, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.\n\n * Lead recruitment efforts, ensuring the team is well-rounded and aligned with company goals & values.\n\nShop Floor Expertise:\n\n * Bring hands-on knowledge of machining and welding processes, including troubleshooting and problem-solving.\n\n * Oversee machine shop operations, maintaining high standards of precision, quality, and safety.\n\n * Integrate efficiency standards to monitor machine availability, Overall Equipment Effectiveness etc\n\n * Ensure compliance with health & safety regulations, ISO standards, and company processes.\n\nEngineering & Process Management:\n\n * Leverage a strong mechanical engineering background to drive innovation and efficiency.\n\n * Apply a natural curiosity to overcome manufacturing challenges.\n\n * Evaluate production processes, continuously improving workflows and output quality.\n\nStrategic oversight:\n\n * Coordinate the supply chain and materials for in-house manufacturing and assembly.\n\n * Anticipate and solve potential production issues, ensuring seamless delivery of projects.\n\n * Production/capacity planning – have the ability to strategically plan workloads of multiple projects simultaneously against targeted customer completion dates, co-ordinating outsourced activities in-line with in-house manufacturing and assembly\n\n * Serve as a brand ambassador, embodying the company’s values and ethos.\n\nCandidate Specification:\n\n * Proven history of managing a machine shop or similar manufacturing environment.\n\n * Strong mechanical engineering background.\n\n * Ability to read, interpret, and visualise complex technical drawings.\n\n * Strong record of building, developing, and retaining teams, including recruitment and training.\n\n * Natural curiosity and a hands-on approach to solving challenges.\n\n * An eye for detail and the ability to step back and see the bigger picture.\n\n * A passion for creating high-quality, innovative products.\n\n * Effective communicator and collaborator, with the ability to motivate a team.\n\nSalary and Benefits:\n\n * £50,000 - £60,000 per annum starting salary.\n\n * EAP Scheme.\n\n * Life Assurance (x3 of Salary)\n\n * 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays.
Increasing with time served.\n\n * Healthcare cash plan