Job Title: Machine Shop Manager
Reports to: Operations Director
Job Summary:
As a Machine Shop Manager, you will use your technical knowledge to develop and enhance manufacturing processes, procedures, and equipment. You will ensure that equipment, tooling, and fixtures meet specifications and support a LEAN culture. Leading and training a team of operatives and engineers, you will maintain high production standards to meet customer orders and expectations. This role requires a proactive, hands-on individual committed to quality and excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams to achieve machine shop objectives.
Oversee daily production, setting instructions for shop floor teams.
Develop efficient production routes.
Manage tooling costs and stock.
Estimate costs, quote, and oversee route and tool design.
Ensure quality, safety, and timely delivery of all outputs.
Conduct trials for new products and recommend equipment upgrades.
Motivate and develop the team through training and performance reviews.
Monitor and communicate shop performance and foster effective communication.
Operate all machine shop equipment proficiently and train others.
Collaborate with other departments to meet client deadlines.
Champion continuous improvement within the department.
Plan and manage new program launches and equipment retrofits.
Qualifications & Skills
Education: Minimum of 5 GCSEs including English and Mathematics, plus a...