Manufacturing Manager

GPW Recruitment; Stockport; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Manufacturing Manager to lead a team in a wood workshop. You will oversee production, manage workflow from sales order to installation, and ensure quality and safety standards are met. Essential qualifications include experience in wood manufacturing and strong leadership skills. This role is based in Stockport, England, with a salary range of £45,000 - £50,000 per annum. It is a permanent, full-time position.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Wood Manufacturing.
• Strong leadership skills with a hands‑on approach.
• Ability to manage workflow from sales order to installation.
• DBS check required (basic level).

Responsibilities

• Manage day‑to‑day workshop operations, scheduling, and resource planning.
• Act as the link between sales, design, and installation teams.
• Ensure quality, safety, and timely delivery across all projects.
• Oversee client‑specific requirements such as colours, specifications, and delivery schedules.
• Lead and support a team of skilled joiners.

Skills

Leadership skills

Wood Manufacturing experience

Resource planning

Production coordination

Confident communication

Problem-solving skills

Education

Management qualifications

Job description

Manufacturing Manager

Location: Manchester

Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 per annum

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

About the Role

We're looking for an experienced Manufacturing Manager to lead a busy wood workshop team and oversee the production. This is a hands‑on leadership role where you'll balance time on the shop floor with office‑based planning and coordination. Overseeing risk assessment, HSE standards and work safe environments are being met.

You'll play a key part in ensuring projects run smoothly from sales order through to installation, maintaining exceptional standards of quality and on‑time delivery.

Culture & Fit

We value a down‑to‑earth, adaptable approach and a sense of humour. You'll thrive in a close‑knit team where variety and occasional challenges keep things interesting.

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• Proven experience in Wood Manufacturing


• Strong leadership skills with a hands‑on approach


• Ability to manage workflow from sales order to installation


• Confident communicator with problem‑solving skills across multiple stakeholders


• Skilled in resource planning and production coordination


• DBS check required (basic level)

Desirable:

• Management qualifications


• Knowledge of Lean, 5S, or Continuous Improvement practices


• Experience with installation logistics and project coordination

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day‑to‑day workshop operations, scheduling, and resource planning


• Act as the link between sales, design, and installation teams


• Ensure quality, safety, and timely delivery across all projects


• Oversee client‑specific requirements such as colours, specifications, and delivery schedules


• Lead and support a team of skilled joiners, fostering a positive and productive environment