Machine Shop Manager

Contek Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Inkford; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Comprehensive benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Contek Recruitment Solutions Ltd is seeking a Machine Shop Manager in South Birmingham to lead precision manufacturing operations. You will manage day-to-day shop activities, drive on-time production, and mentor machinists, operators, and technicians.

You will uphold quality control, optimize processes for OEE, reduce downtime, and apply Lean methods while collaborating with engineering, supply chain, and sales to meet customer requirements within budget.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Machine Shop Manager or similar leadership role in precision manufacturing.
• Strong technical background in CNC turning/milling and conventional machining.
• Knowledge of GD&T and quality management systems.
• Experience applying Lean methodologies (5S, Six Sigma) to improve OEE.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills for building high-performing teams.
• Relevant engineering qualification or time-served practical experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the machine shop, ensuring production schedules and output targets are met.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of machinists, operators, and technicians.
• Maintain rigorous quality control standards, minimizing scrap and rework while ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
• Optimize manufacturing processes, tooling, and workflows to improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) and reduce lead times.
• Oversee equipment maintenance schedules, coordinating repairs and upgrades to minimize downtime.
• Promote a strong safety culture, ensuring all health and safety policies are strictly adhered to across the shop floor.
• Collaborate with engineering, supply chain, and sales teams to deliver customer requirements on time and within budget.

Skills

Leadership

CNC machining

Lean manufacturing

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Engineering qualification (HNC/HND/Degree) or equivalent

Job description

Machine Shop Manager Location: South Birmingham Industry: CNC Machined components

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Machine Shop Manager to lead our precision manufacturing operations in South Birmingham. In this critical leadership role, you will oversee the production of high-quality component's, driving operational efficiency, product quality, and team development.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the machine shop, ensuring production schedules and output targets are consistently met.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of skilled machinists, operators, and technicians.
• Maintain rigorous quality control standards, minimizing scrap and rework while ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
• Optimize manufacturing processes, tooling, and workflows to improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) and reduce lead times.
• Oversee equipment maintenance schedules, coordinating repairs and upgrades to minimize downtime.
• Promote a strong safety culture, ensuring all health and safety policies are strictly adhered to across the shop floor.
• Collaborate with engineering, supply chain, and sales teams to deliver customer requirements on time and within budget.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience as a Machine Shop Manager, Production Manager, or similar leadership role within a precision manufacturing or component systems environment.
• Strong technical background in CNC machining (turning/milling), conventional machining, and advanced manufacturing technologies.
• In-depth knowledge of engineering drawings, GD&T, and quality management systems.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with a track record of building motivated, high-performing teams.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and experience applying Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies (5S, Six Sigma).
• Relevant engineering qualification (HNC/HND/Degree) or equivalent time-served practical experience.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
• Pension scheme and comprehensive benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development in an innovative sector