Machine Shop Manager (Precision Machining CNC)

Stirling Warrington; Coventry; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Coventry is seeking an experienced Production Manager (CNC Precision Machining) to oversee the machine shop operations. The ideal candidate will lead and develop a team of CNC Engineers and ensure efficient production processes. Responsibilities include managing budgets, ensuring quality control, and driving cost-reduction initiatives. Applicants should possess strong leadership skills and have prior experience in machining management. This is a permanent position with a salary range of £50,000 to £60,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• Qualified as an engineer via an apprenticeship or further education.
• Previous experience as a Machine Shop Manager (within CNC Precision Machining is preferred).
• Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and develop CNC Engineers.
• Ensure all orders are completed with a ‘right first time’ ethos.
• Build strong collaboration with internal teams, customers and suppliers.
• Identify and deliver cost-reduction opportunities while protecting quality.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Education

Engineering qualification via apprenticeship or further education

Job description

Production Manager(CNC Precision Machining)
Coventry
£50-60,000 per annum
Permanent

Are you an experienced CNC Production or Operations Manager looking for a new role or a senior engineer with CNC experience who is looking for a move into management? This Machine Shop Managers position could be the role for you.

As the Machine Shop Manager this is a key role, running the machine shop with complete autonomy on site, the company manufactures 5 axis components in the facility using high level and modern machine tools.

Machine Shop Manager Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and develop CNC Engineers
• Ensure all orders are completed with a ‘right first time’ ethos
• Build strong collaboration with internal teams, customers and suppliers
• Responsible for planning, processes work through the machine shop
• Identify and deliver cost‑reduction opportunities while protecting quality
• Responsible for all aspects for the machine shop and tooling
• Manage a skilled group of engineers
• Oversee operating systems, processes and structures to ensure accurate planning and execution
• Responsible for budgets Profit & Loss for the facility

Machine Shop Manager Experience

• It is expected that the right person will be qualified as an engineer via an apprenticeship or further education
• Previous experience as a Machine Shop Manager (within CNC Precision Machining is preferred)
• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proven background delivering complex prototype machining to tight deadlines

For more information on the Machine Shop Manager position contact Scott Lydon at Stirling Warrington via [e-mail]