Machine Shop Manager

JR United Kingdom; Newport; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Machine Shop Manager to lead a high-performing team in a dynamic environment. This role is pivotal in ensuring efficient operations, driving continuous improvement, and maintaining the highest quality standards in precision manufacturing. You will oversee scheduling, resource planning, and team development while collaborating with various departments to optimize processes. This full-time position is based at a prominent campus, with opportunities for travel. Join a company that values growth, empowerment, and excellence, and contribute to a culture that promotes inclusivity and respect for all team members.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in managing cross-functional teams.
• Extensive background in CNC machining, ideally in motorsport.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multifunctional team to meet production and quality targets.
• Drive process improvements and maintain compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership Skills

CNC Machining

5-axis CNC Machining

Problem-solving

Lean Manufacturing

Interpersonal Skills

Tools

CAD/CAM Programming

Job description

We have a new opportunity to be part of our Metallic Manufacturing team in the role of Machine Shop Manager.

As a Machine Shop Manager, you will lead a high-performing team across multiple shifts to ensure our machine shop runs efficiently, producing precision components on time and to the highest standards. You’ll play a key role in process improvement, team development, and driving operational excellence—making a direct contribution to the Team’s objective of consistently being a top team in the FIA Formula One Constructors’ Championship.

You will be responsible for:

• Developing processes and procedures to deliver continuous improvements in quality, lead time, and cost.
• Leading and managing a multifunctional team to meet production, quality, and delivery targets.
• Overseeing scheduling, resource planning, and effective machine, tooling, and personnel allocation.
• Collaborating with design, production, and quality teams to optimise manufacturing processes.
• Supporting make vs. buy analysis and ensuring cost-effective delivery of business-critical components.
• Motivating and developing machinists, programmers, and technicians through coaching, training, and performance reviews.
• Driving a culture of accountability, teamwork, and ongoing improvement.
• Ensuring all components meet precision and quality standards.
• Leading lean initiatives to enhance machine utilisation, reduce lead times, and extend tool life.
• Maintaining compliance with health and safety regulations and company policies.
• Conducting risk assessments and implementing corrective actions where needed.

What you will need to be successful in this role:

• Proven leadership skills with experience managing and developing cross-functional teams.
• Extensive background in CNC machining, ideally within motorsport, aerospace, or high-performance engineering.
• Strong understanding of 5-axis CNC machining, tooling strategies, and CAD/CAM programming.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a mindset focused on continuous improvement.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other optimisation methodologies.
• Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.
• Effective and respectful communicator with strong interpersonal skills.
• Flexible, team-oriented, and able to adapt to changing priorities.
• Clear commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant working environment.

This is a full-time office-based role based at our campus in Silverstone, with additional requirement to travel to other locations where necessary.

We are a business that fosters a supportive, inclusive, and compassionate culture, where our team genuinely embodies our core values: Growth, Readiness, Empowerment, Excellence, and Nurturing.

Aston Martin Formula One Team is committed to attracting, recruiting, and retaining the most talented individuals, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion, belief, sex or sexual orientation. We strive to be a Team that reflects all the communities with which we engage around the world through diversity in the workplace and promoting an inclusive culture in which all team members are respected, empowered and valued.