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Machine Shop Manager

RECRUIT 12
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 17 days
Location

Oldbury, West Midlands B69 4RJ, England

Salary

£40,000 - £48,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Machine Shop Manager position requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in a machining facility, ideally with steel.
  • The role involves developing and enhancing manufacturing processes while leading a team to maintain high production standards.
  • Candidates should possess strong technical skills in CNCs, lathes, grinders, and millers, along with the ability to read CAD/CAM drawings.
  • The job offers a standard workweek of 35 hours with potential overtime, and is based in Oldbury.
  • Salary details are not provided in the job description.

Job Title: Machine Shop ManagerReports 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 an HNC in Engineering.
  • Experience: At least 5 years in a machining facility, ideally with steel. XYZ machine experience is beneficial
  • Strong business ethics and integrity.
  • Expertise in CNCs, lathes, grinders, and millers, including CNC programming (FANUC controls).
  • Ability to read CAD/CAM drawings and diagnose tooling faults.
  • Good understanding of customer requirements and market dynamics.
  • Strong organizational skills, initiative, and pressure tolerance.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work at all levels.
  • Basic IT and numerical skills.

Physical Demands: 35 hours per week, with overtime as required. Standard hours are 08:00-16:00 Monday-Thursday and 08:00-13:00 Friday. This role is based in Oldbury and may involve travel. If you're ready to make an impact in a dynamic machine shop environment, we encourage you to apply!

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.