Machine Shop Manager

Rise Technical Recruitment Limited; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Machine Shop Manager to lead a team in a modern workshop. This role involves overseeing toolmakers, ensuring high operational standards, and providing technical support. The candidate should have managerial experience and a background in tooling or machining. Flexible working hours and a supportive environment are offered.

Benefits

Overtime

Flexible Hours

Pension

Qualifications

• Production / Machine Shop Managerial experience.
• Experienced within a tooling OR machining environment.
• Strong communicator with leadership or supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Leading a team of 14 skilled Toolmakers in a busy injection mould toolroom.
• Supporting new tool manufacture, modifications, and fault-finding.
• Operating manual and CNC machinery as needed to support the team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Tooling expertise

CNC machining

Job description

Machine Shop Manager

£45,000 - £50,000 + Overtime + Flexible Hours + Pension

Based in Stevenage - Commutable from Luton, Hatfield, Harlow, Bedford, and surrounding areas

Are you a Machine Shop Manager looking to lead a skilled team in a modern, well-equipped workshop for a growing and respected manufacturer?

This is an excellent opportunity to take full ownership of a hands-on Production Manager role, overseeing a team of 14 Toolmakers, driving day-to-day operations, and ensuring high standards across new tooling projects and modifications.

Based from their state-of-the-art facility in Stevenage, this is a chance to join a company that offers a relaxed yet structured working environment, excellent culture, and ongoing investment in people and technology.

You'll benefit from a high level of autonomy, technical support, and flexible working hours, making this an ideal next step for a senior Toolmaker or experienced Manager ready to take a leadership role.

The Role

• Leading a team of 14 skilled Toolmakers in a busy injection mould toolroom
• Supporting new tool manufacture, modifications, and fault-finding
• Operating manual and CNC machinery as needed to support the team

The Candidate

• Production / Machine Shop Managerial experience
• Experienced within a tooling OR machining environment
• Strong communicator with leadership or supervisory experience

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Jamie Saint at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.