Managing Director

JR United Kingdom; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a visionary Managing Director to lead their precision manufacturing operations. This role offers the chance to shape the future of a high-tech engineering business specializing in EDM and tooling solutions. You will oversee strategic direction and operational excellence, ensuring robust financial performance while fostering a high-performing leadership team. With a competitive salary and benefits, this position is perfect for leaders ready to make a significant impact in a dynamic industry.

Benefits

Company car

5 weeks’ annual leave

Potential for equity shares

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ senior leadership experience in precision engineering.
• Strong grasp of modern EDM technologies and industry best practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver long-term business strategy.
• Drive operational efficiency across multi-site locations.

Skills

Leadership

Precision Manufacturing

EDM Technologies

Financial Acumen

Client Relationship Management

Job description

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Managing Director – Precision Manufacturing (EDM & Tooling)

Midlands/South West |Circa £75,000 + Car + Benefits + Equity Potential

Are you a visionary leader with a passion for precision manufacturing and a proven track record of driving growth and operational excellence? We’re looking for an experienced Managing Director to take the helm of a well-established and innovative business specialising in Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM), tooling, and fixturing solutions.

This is a unique opportunity to lead a forward-thinking, multi-site operation supplying high-spec solutions to the aerospace, oil & gas, and defence sectors. The company boasts cutting-edge facilities and a reputation for delivering complex, high-accuracy components that meet the most demanding client requirements.

About the Role

As Managing Director, you will be responsible for steering the business strategically and operationally. You’ll lead a skilled team, oversee day-to-day operations at multi-site locations, and ensure the company continues to thrive and expand in an evolving industry.

Your key priorities will include:

• Developing and delivering the long-term business strategy
• Driving operational efficiency and production excellence across two UK locations
• Identifying and capitalising on market opportunities and emerging technologies
• Strengthening relationships with key clients and industry partners
• Leading, mentoring, and developing a high-performing leadership team
• Ensuring robust financial performance and sustainable growth

What We’re Looking For

We want to hear from commercially-minded leaders with a strong background in EDM, tooling, fixturing, or precision manufacturing.

You'll bring a blend of technical expertise and strategic leadership, as well as a deep understanding of quality standards such as Nadcap and AS9100.

The ideal candidate will have:

• 5+ years’ senior leadership experience in a precision engineering or machining environment
• A solid grasp of modern EDM technologies and industry best practices
• Demonstrable success in growing and developing high-performance teams
• Strong commercial and client-facing skills with a focus on building lasting partnerships
• Financial acumen and confidence managing budgets and driving profitability

What’s on Offer

• Company car
• 5 weeks’ annual leave
• Potential for equity shares

This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to shape the future of a respected, high-tech engineering business. If you're ready to make a lasting impact and lead a company with serious ambition, we’d love to hear from you.

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