Machine Shop Manager

Aston Martin F1 Team; Three Rivers; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative automotive team is seeking a Machine Shop Manager to lead a high-performing group in producing precision components. This full-time role involves driving operational excellence through process improvements and team development. You'll collaborate with various departments to optimize manufacturing and ensure compliance with safety standards. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and fosters a supportive culture. Enjoy competitive benefits including private healthcare, a discretionary bonus scheme, and access to an on-site gym. If you're passionate about motorsport and ready to make an impact, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Private Health Care

Pension Plan

Life Assurance

Childcare Schemes

Cycle-to-Work Scheme

On-site Gym

Fitness Classes

New Restaurant

Tech Schemes

Car Schemes

Qualifications

• Proven leadership skills managing cross-functional teams.
• Extensive background in CNC machining within high-performance engineering.

Responsibilities

• Develop processes for continuous improvements in quality and cost.
• Lead a multifunctional team to meet production and quality targets.

Skills

CNC Machining

Leadership

Process Improvement

Problem-Solving

Lean Manufacturing

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

CAD/CAM Software

5-axis CNC Machines

Job description

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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.

Embark on a journey with the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team to reshape history at our cutting-edge, sustainable campus in Northamptonshire. Combining our rich heritage with innovation, we bring fresh energy to the sport, driven by a commitment to challenge the status quo and dominate the track. With new investment fueling our ambitions, we're seeking talented individuals who share our passion for racing and drive for success. As part of our high-performing, collaborative team, you'll enjoy a competitive package, including a discretionary bonus scheme, private health care, pension plan, life assurance, and benefits like TEDSgroup childcare, cycle-to-work, tech, and car schemes. Plus, you can look forward to an on-site gym with fitness, spin, and yoga classes, as well as a new restaurant offering indoor and outdoor dining.

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.

Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team is committed to making sure our selection methods are fair for all. If you would like to request that reasonable adjustments are made, please complete our Request for Reasonable Adjustments form here.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing

• Industries

  Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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