Machine Shop Manager

Machine Shop Manager

Location: Gloucestershire

Hours: Full Time

Salary: Competitive, depending on experience

Key Responsibilities of a Machine Shop Manager:

• Lead and manage a busy CNC machining department operating across multiple shifts
• Oversee production performance, ensuring quality, delivery, safety and efficiency targets are achieved
• Manage and develop production supervisors, engineers and machining personnel
• Drive improvements in machine utilisation, workflow efficiency and manufacturing performance
• Work closely with Manufacturing Engineering teams to optimise machining methods, tooling strategies and production processes
• Monitor key operational metrics including output, labour utilisation, downtime and production costs
• Support production planning and capacity management activities
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across the machine shop
• Investigate manufacturing issues, supporting root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Support the introduction of new machinery, technology and manufacturing processes
• Maintain high standards of quality, housekeeping and workplace organisation
• Recruit, train, mentor and develop team members
• Conduct performance reviews and support employee development plans
• Collaborate with Planning, Quality, Purchasing and Engineering teams to achieve business objectives
• Provide operational reporting and performance updates to senior management

Key Skills of a Machine Shop Manager:

• Apprentice trained or qualified within Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering
• Proven experience managing CNC machining operations within a precision engineering or advanced manufacturing environment
• Strong technical knowledge of CNC machining processes, including milling, turning and EDM
• Experience leading production teams within a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Good understanding of production planning, manufacturing KPIs and continuous improvement methodologies
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills
• Commercial awareness with the ability to balance quality, cost and delivery requirements
• Proactive problem-solving skills with a hands-on management approach
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office applications

Benefits:

• Opportunity to join a growing and innovative engineering manufacturer
• Key leadership role with significant influence over operational performance
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
• Modern manufacturing environment with advanced CNC technology