Machine Shop Manager

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

Job summary

A well-established precision engineering company in Sheerness is seeking an experienced Machine Shop Manager. You will oversee daily operations, manage a skilled team, and ensure production targets are met while maintaining quality and safety standards. The ideal candidate has strong CNC knowledge and leadership skills, with a commitment to excellence. This full-time role offers competitive salary and benefits including holiday, pension, and medical insurance.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Career development and training opportunities

Company pension

Free parking

Private medical insurance

Sick pay

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing a machine shop.
• Strong CNC knowledge (milling, turning, programming a plus).
• Solid understanding of engineering drawings and tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the machine shop.
• Schedule and prioritise production tasks to meet delivery deadlines.
• Identify training needs and maintain competencies.

Skills

CNC knowledge

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Engineering drawings understanding

Education

Engineering qualification (HNC/HND or apprenticeship)

Tools

CAD/CAM software

Job description

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Excellent opportunity for a Machine Shop Manager to join a well-established company based in Sheerness

Employment Type: Full-time / Permanent. Monday to Friday

Were looking for a proactive and experienced Machine Shop Manager to lead a busy precision engineering workshop. Youll manage a team of skilled machinists and apprentices, oversee daily operations, and ensure that production targets are met without compromising on quality or safety.

This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for someone with a strong background in CNC machining and shop floor supervision.

Key Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day operations of the machine shop

Schedule and prioritise production tasks to meet delivery deadlines

Growing the business sales / maximising capacity and profitability

Assisting in the selection of new machines for the MC Shop

Be the point of contact and have overall responsibility for M/C Shop labour, resources, materials and machines

Managing our team of Machinist including recruitment of new machinists

Identifying when training is required/ training needs/ keeping competencies kept up to date

Liaising with customers to win/book in work and seeking out new clients

Costing jobs, and providing quotes to clients

Capable of CNC/machine programming

Purchasing materials and consumables

Ensuring work is to the correct standard/quality of workmanship is achieved

Ensure Risk Assessments & Method Statements are issued for machining process/hazardous activity undertaken in the machine shop.

Maintain high standards of quality and H&S compliance.

Overseeing machines servicing and maintenance.

Manage stock levels of materials and tooling.

What Were Looking For

Proven experience managing a machine shop

Strong CNC knowledge (milling, turning, programming a plus)

Solid understanding of engineering drawings and tolerances

Excellent communication and leadership skills

Commitment to quality, safety, and efficiency

Desirable but Not Essential

Engineering qualification (HNC/HND or apprenticeship)

Familiarity with CAD/CAM software

Knowledge of ISO 9001 and Health & Safety Standards

Whats in it for You?

Competitive salary based on experience

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Career development and training opportunities

Company pension

Free parking

On-site parking

Private medical insurance

Sick pay

If you have the relevant skills/attributes to fulfil this role then please apply now for immediate consideration.

The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.