Engineering Supervisor

Employment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of moulded plastic products is looking for a skilled Sheet Metal Worker / Tool Engineering Supervisor to manage their Mould Engineering team in Preston. Key responsibilities include supervising the fabrication team, conducting complex tool repairs, and ensuring safety compliance. The role offers a salary of £45,000 annually, along with benefits such as 25 days of annual leave and healthcare support after probation.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Free on-site parking

Employer pension contribution (4%)

Access to healthcare benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in supervising a fabrication team.
• Proficient in complex tool repairs.
• Hands-on experience in sheet metal fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead a fabrication team.
• Conduct tool repairs and sheet metal fabrication.
• Liaise with production and engineering teams for maintenance.

Skills

TIG welding

MIG welding

Gas welding

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Job description

Overview

A leading manufacturer of moulded plastic products is seeking a skilled and experienced Sheet Metal Worker / Tool Engineering Supervisor to lead their Mould Engineering team. Based in the PR2 area of Preston. This hands-on role involves supervising fabrication and maintenance activities, overseeing tool assessments, and supporting continuous improvement across operations, within a busy manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead a small fabrication team, managing workload, performance, and safety compliance.
• Conduct complex tool repairs and sheet metal fabrication using TIG, MIG and gas welding methods.
• Liaise with production and engineering teams to deliver preventative maintenance and project work.
• Provide hands-on support and mentorship to ensure quality, consistency, and continuous improvement.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment in line with 5S and SHEQ standards.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave (including Christmas shutdown)
• Free on-site parking
• Employer pension contribution (4%)
• Access to healthcare benefits (Medicash) after 3-month probation
• Free tea and coffee facilities

Salary

£45,000 per annum (monthly paid)

Standard working hours are 0730 - 1600 Monday to Thursday (with two paid 15-minute breaks and 30 mins unpaid lunch). Friday hours are 0800-1515 (one paid break and 30 mins unpaid lunch).

To apply for this excellent position please give Sue Boardman a call on 0161 2140849