Machine Shop Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Career development

Job summary

Contek Recruitment Solutions Ltd is seeking an experienced Machine Shop Manager to lead our precision manufacturing operations in South Birmingham. You will oversee production, drive efficiency, ensure quality, and develop a high-performing team.

The role requires a strong background in CNC turning and milling, GD&T, lean manufacturing, and a track record of delivering on-time, within-budget outputs while maintaining rigorous safety standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Machine Shop/Production leadership role.
• Strong CNC turning/milling background.
• Knowledge of GD&T and quality systems.
• Leadership and communication skills with team development.
• Experience with Lean/CI methodologies (5S, Six Sigma).
• Engineering qualification (HNC/HND/Degree) or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day machine shop operations and meet production schedules.
• Lead, mentor, and develop machinists, operators, and technicians.
• Maintain quality control, minimize scrap and rework, ensure regulatory compliance.
• Optimize processes, tooling, and workflows to improve OEE and lead times.
• Oversee equipment maintenance, repairs, and upgrades to minimize downtime.
• Promote a safe working environment and enforce health and safety policies.
• Collaborate with engineering, supply chain, and sales to meet customer requirements on time and within budget.

Skills

Leadership

CNC machining

Conventional machining

Lean manufacturing

GD&T

Engineering drawings

Quality management

Six Sigma

Problem solving

Education

Engineering degree/HNC/HND

Tools

Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing

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