Machine Shop Supervisor / Engineering Foreman (Manual & CNC)

ZipRecruiter; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 42,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Machine Shop Supervisor to lead a precision engineering team in Wrexham. This hands-on leadership role is ideal for a time-served machinist eager to step into management while remaining engaged in technical work. You will oversee production planning, machine maintenance, and team leadership, ensuring top-quality output. With a competitive salary of up to £42,000 plus bonuses and overtime opportunities, this permanent position offers a stable career path in a growing team. If you're ready to elevate your machining and leadership skills, apply today!

Benefits

Bonus Scheme

Pension Scheme

Paid Holidays

Overtime Opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong grasp of engineering drawings and precision machining.
• Supervisory experience in an engineering or manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Guide machinists in operating manual lathes, mills, and grinders.
• Plan schedules and manage capacity to meet customer demands.
• Motivate and manage a team of skilled machinists.

Skills

Machining Expertise

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Process Improvement

Education

Time-served machining experience

Tools

Manual Lathes

CNC Machines

Grinders

Job description

Job Description

Machine Shop Supervisor / Engineering Foreman (Manual & CNC)

Location: Wrexham

Salary: Up to £42,000 + Bonus + Overtime Opportunities

Are you a skilled machinist with leadership experience looking for the next step in your career? A well-established industrial manufacturing company in Wrexham is seeking a Machine Shop Supervisor / Engineering Foreman to lead its precision engineering team.

This is a hands-on leadership role—perfect for a time-served machinist who wants to step into management while staying involved in technical work. You'll oversee production planning, machine maintenance, and team leadership while ensuring top-quality output.

What You’ll Be Doing:

1. Machining Expertise – Guide and support machinists in operating manual lathes, mills, and grinders for precision low-volume production.
2. Production Oversight – Plan schedules, manage capacity, and optimise machine loading to meet customer demands.
3. Team Leadership – Motivate, mentor, and manage a small team of skilled machinists, fostering a positive and efficient work environment.
4. Process Improvement – Collaborate with design engineers, sales, and production teams to drive efficiency and quality.
5. Machine Maintenance & Tooling – Ensure smooth operations by managing maintenance schedules and tooling requirements.

What We’re Looking For:

1. Time-served machining experience (manual & CNC) with a strong grasp of engineering drawings.
2. Expertise in precision machining, mould work, and rubber/polyurethane manufacturing.
3. Supervisory or leadership experience in an engineering or manufacturing environment.
4. Excellent communication skills with the ability to coordinate across departments and manage production schedules.

What’s in It for You?

1. Competitive Salary – Up to £42,000 per annum (depending on experience).
2. Bonus Scheme – Earn extra based on company performance.
3. Stable, Full-time Role – Permanent position with structured working hours.
4. Overtime Opportunities – Maximise your earnings.
5. Benefits Package – Including a pension scheme and paid holidays (with increases based on service).

Join a Growing Team!

If you're ready to take your machining and leadership skills to the next level, apply today and become a key part of a company with a strong reputation in the manufacturing industry.