Fabrication Manager / Foreman (Steel Fabrication)

Search Consultancy; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

40 hrs/wk

Mon-Thur 7am-3pm, Fri 7am- EarlyFinish

Job summary

Search Consultancy is recruiting a hands-on Fabrications Manager/ Foreman (Steel Fabrication) for our Wirral facility. You will lead the production team, oversee planning, purchasing, stock control and ensure OTIF delivery to Tier 1 customers.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you’ll drive efficiency, quality and continuous improvement across manufacturing processes, while maintaining a safe, compliant working environment and strong supplier relationships.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a manufacturing or production management role.
• Strong leadership with ability to motivate and develop a team.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Hands-on approach with strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines, stock levels, and production schedules.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate the production team, ensuring targets and deadlines are met.
• Oversee production planning, purchasing, and stock control to maintain smooth operations.
• Maintain a safe and compliant working environment, adhering to company policies and procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Production management

Team development

Communication

Organisational skills

Deadline management

Problem solving

MS Office

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

Fabrications Manager/ Foreman (Steel Fabrication)

£41,000

Monday - Friday

Wirral / Cheshire

Permanent

Are you a driven and experienced 'hands-on' Fabrication Manager, experienced in supporting the Team in getting customer orders manufactured and deliver OTIF? Are you looking for an opportunity to lead and optimise a manufacturing operation? Our client has the perfect career opportunity for you if this is a YES.

We are looking for a highly motivated and hands-on individual to take full responsibility for the day-to-day management of our production facility, overseeing the manufacture of our specialist range of steel fabrications for their Tier 1 customers.

As a key member of the management team, you will report directly to the Operations Manager and play a pivotal role in ensuring efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement in our production processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Team Management
  • Lead and motivate the production team, ensuring targets and deadlines are met.
  • Oversee production planning, purchasing, and stock control to maintain smooth operations.
  • Manage staff rotas, annual leave, and workforce development.
• Operational & Process Improvement
  • Implement effective purchasing strategies to maintain stock availability and cost efficiency.
  • Continuously seek improvements in production efficiency and workflow.
  • Identify and address non-conformities, reducing errors and waste.
• Quality & Compliance
  • Ensure quality control throughout the production process, conducting final checks before dispatch.
  • Maintain a safe and compliant working environment, adhering to company policies and procedures.
  • Support product development by sourcing alternative materials and components for cost and quality optimisation.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience in a manufacturing or production management role.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Hands-on approach with exceptional communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines, stock levels, and production schedules effectively.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Proficient using AutoCAD. (preferred not essential)

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• 40 hrs/wk
• Hours :- Mon-Thur: 7am-3pm, Fri: 7am-Early finish

If you're a proactive Fabrication Workshop Manager with a passion for driving efficiency and leading a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you!

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.