Operations Manager – CNC / Full Assembly
💷 Salary: £60k - £75k DOE
📌 Type: Full-Time, Permanent
🛠️ Industry: CNC Machining | Precision Engineering | Assembly | Subcontract Management
💡 Future Scope: Profit Share / Equity Potential
About the Opportunity
We’re representing a long-established and highly respected precision engineering firm with a reputation for solving some of the most complex and high-spec manufacturing challenges in sectors such as scientific, medical, and space.
They’re now seeking an experienced and motivated Operations Manager (or someone ready to step into that role) to take ownership of the day-to-day running of their CNC, assembly, and subcontracting operations. If you’ve got the mindset of a leader, the confidence to make decisions, and the ambition to grow within a business — this could be the one.
Your Role
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Oversee and coordinate CNC machining, assembly and subcontract workflows
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Lead and support a skilled team of machinists, technicians, and subcontract partners
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Manage production planning and scheduling to meet quality and delivery targets
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Support quoting and costing activities alongside senior leadership
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Ensure smooth communication between workshop, office and customer touchpoints
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Manage stock control, material ordering and supplier relationships
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