Machine Shop Manager

Employment; Bolton; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking a Machine Shop Manager in Bolton. The role involves overseeing daily operations, ensuring safety and quality standards, and managing team performance. The ideal candidate should have experience in an Engineering/Manufacturing environment and strong leadership skills. The position is permanent and full-time with a competitive salary ranging from £48k to £52k, alongside comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

25 days Holidays + Bank Holidays

Service days

Sick pay

Pension - 5% EE / 5% ER

Professional memberships

Life Assurance

Healthcare package

Occupational Health

Free Eye Tests

Mental Health Support

Bonus Scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an Engineering/Manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of profitability and business management.
• Ability to interpret drawings and specifications.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of the Machine Shop's daily operations.
• Maintain a safe, compliant, and productive working environment.
• Meet business targets for order intake, quality, and profit margins.
• Produce accurate quotations and manage customer expectations.
• Oversee work scheduling, resource planning, and team performance.
• Manage team timekeeping, attendance and appraisal/disciplinary matters.
• Drive quality and safety standards, maintaining the ISO 9000 QMS.
• Meet agreed delivery targets.
• Manage customers.
• Drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpreting drawings and specifications

Understanding profitability and business management

Job description

Our client is a Manufacturer supporting a range of highly regulated sectors across Rail, Defence, Construction, Nuclear and more. As the Machine Shop Manager of one of our high precision business units you will oversee all operations within a Machine Shop, ensuring smooth workflow, optimal resource allocation, and adherence to quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of the Machine Shop's daily operations.
• Maintain a safe, compliant, and productive working environment.
• Meet business targets for order intake, quality, and profit margins.
• Produce accurate quotations and manage customer expectations.
• Oversee work scheduling, resource planning, and team performance.
• Manage team timekeeping, attendance and appraisal/disciplinary matters.
• Meet agreed order intake and profit margin targets.
• Drive quality and safety standard, maintaining the ISO 9000 QMS.
• Meet agreed delivery targets.
• Manage customers.
• Maintain company principles and culture.
• Drive continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Proven experience in Engineering/Manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding profitability, and business management
• Ability to interpret drawings and specifications
• Strong leadership and communication skills

Location: Bolton

Permanent, Full Time.

Working Hours: Monday-Thursday, 4-day week, 37 hours per week.

Salary: £48k - £52k

Benefits:

• 25 days Holidays* + Bank Holidays
• Service days
• Sick pay
• Pension - 5% EE / 5% ER (combined 10% or above)
• Professional memberships
• Life Assurance
• Healthcare package
• Occupational Health
• Free Eye Tests
• Mental Health Support
• Bonus Scheme

APPLY NOW and feel free to contact Jacob at 0161 8395353 or via email at [e-mail].