Machine Shop Supervisor

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; East Kilbride; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established engineering manufacturer in East Kilbride is seeking a Machine Shop Supervisor to lead a skilled team. This hands-on role involves overseeing machining and fabrication, requiring expertise in manual machining and strong leadership skills. The position offers a salary of up to £45,000, a profit share bonus, and additional company benefits including holidays and pension contributions.

Benefits

Company profit share bonus

Matched pension contribution

32 days holiday per year

Company sick pay scheme

Employee ownership benefits

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a machine shop supervisory role.
• Skilled in manual machining, especially horizontal boring.
• Ability to read detailed mechanical drawings and manufacture accordingly.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day activity across machine and fabrication areas.
• Motivate and guide welders and machinists to deliver quality output.
• Contribute to ongoing improvement initiatives across the department.

Skills

Manual machining

Leadership

Reading mechanical drawings

Safety practices

Tools

Kerns Richard SH75

Counterbalance forklift

Overhead crane

Job description

Machine Shop Supervisor
East Kilbride | Permanent | Up to £45,000 | Day Shift | Profit Share Bonus

We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established, employee-owned engineering manufacturer based in East Kilbride. Known for designing and delivering robust, high-specification machinery to customers across the globe, they now have an opening for an experienced Fabrication & Machine Shop Supervisor to join their on-site team.

This is a hands-on supervisory role, ideal for someone with strong experience in conventional machining and a genuine interest in leading and motivating a skilled shop floor team.

The Role:

As Fabrication & Machine Shop Supervisor, you will:

• Oversee day-to-day activity across both machine and fabrication areas

• Motivate and guide welders and machinists to deliver quality output on time

• Operate a range of manual machines, with particular focus on horizontal boring

• Read and interpret engineering drawings to produce precision components

• Uphold high standards of housekeeping and shop safety

• Contribute to ongoing improvement initiatives across the department

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience in a machine shop supervisory role

• Skilled in manual machining - especially horizontal boring

• Ability to read detailed mechanical drawings and manufacture accordingly

• Confident leading by example and encouraging a positive team culture

• Good understanding of safe working practices in an engineering environment

Desirable Extras:

• Experience using Kerns Richard SH75 or similar boring machines

• Counterbalance forklift licence

• Competent in overhead crane operation

The Package:

• Salary: Up to £45,000 depending on experience

• Hours: 39 per week (Monday to Friday, early day shift)

• Overtime paid at standard hourly rate

• Company profit share bonus (circa £5,600 in 2024/2025)

• Matched pension contribution (up to 5%)

• 32 days holiday per year

• Company sick pay scheme (post-probation)

• Employee ownership benefits including share options and tax incentives

If you're an experienced machine shop leader looking for a long-term opportunity with a stable, employee-owned manufacturer, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch to find out more.

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