Location: Brighouse, UK
Salary: £45,000 – £50,000 DOE
Job Type: Permanent
Job Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Machine Shop Manager to join a growing company in Brighouse. The successful candidate will oversee the daily operations of the CNC machining team, implement process improvements, and help drive the company’s continued expansion. This is an excellent opportunity for a strong leader to make a real impact and contribute to the business’s growth.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage a team of 2-3 people in the machine shop, with potential for team expansion.
* Oversee CNC machining operations, ensuring consistent product quality, cost-effective manufacturing, and high safety standards.
* Implement strategies to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and streamline production processes.
* Ensure production targets for machining are met on a daily basis.
* Manage material flow and supervise quality control measures.
* Work closely with internal departments, including supply chain, to ensure timely product delivery and meet customer expectations.
* Support growth by helping to integrate new technologies, systems, and processes into the machining area.
* Maintain high standards of safety and housekeeping in the workshop.
* Drive the culture of continuous improvement and bring fresh ideas to the team.
Essential Requirements
* Proven experience in CNC machining, ideally from a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
* Strong leadership skills with experience managing both internal teams and external partners.
* Experience in implementing process improvements within a machining environment.
* Ability to manage both machine shop operations effectively and adapt to changing production needs.
* Must bring innovative ideas to improve processes and drive efficiency.
* Ability to work collaboratively with different departments.
* Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Team Dynamic
* Team Size: 2-3 people, with potential for growth.
* External Machine Shops: Oversee relationships with external machine shops involved in production.
Benefits
* Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 depending on experience.
* Working Hours: 39 hours, with an early finish on Fridays.
* Holiday: 24 days + Bank Holidays.
* Pension: Standard company pension (contributions to be discussed).
* Bonus: Performance-based (details to be confirmed).
* Flexibility: Flexible working hours available.
If you’re an experienced CNC professional with a passion for leadership and process improvement, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to be part of an exciting journey as the company expands and enters new markets
Salary description
£45000.00 - £50000.00 per year