Manufacturing Supervisor

CBSbutler; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

CBSbutler is seeking a Cell Leader / Manufacturing Supervisor in precision mechanical engineering to drive performance and coach a team of machinists on the shop floor.

You will lead day-to-day operations in a precision engineering environment, ensuring targets and quality are met while championing safety and continuous improvement. A hands-on, proactive leader will thrive here with strong development potential.

Qualifications

• Proven supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Background in a machine shop or precision engineering environment.
• Strong understanding of machining processes and shop floor operations.
• A proactive, hands-on leadership style.
• Someone who can engage, motivate, and develop a team.

Responsibilities

• Supervising and motivating a skilled team of machinists
• Ensuring production targets and quality standards are met
• Driving efficiency, productivity, and best practice on shift
• Acting as the key point of contact for operational issues
• Supporting a culture of safety, accountability, and teamwork

Skills

Team leadership

Machining expertise

Shop floor operations

Continuous improvement

Job description

Cell Leader / Manufacturing Supervisor – Precision Mechanical Engineering

Are you a hands-on leader from a machine shop environment who thrives on driving performance, leading teams, and making a real impact on the shop floor?

We’re working with a highly respected engineering organisation that is investing in its manufacturing capability and looking for a Assembly Supervisor to lead a skilled team.

This is a rare opportunity to step into a well-established, high-performing environment where your leadership will directly influence output, quality, and team success.

What makes this role stand out?

• Real leadership responsibility – Lead, coach and develop a team of 20+ skilled technicians, giving you the opportunity to shape performance, culture and future talent.
• Step into a visible leadership role – Work closely with senior manufacturing leaders, influencing operational performance, developing people and helping deliver critical programmes to customers around the world.
• Join a stable, experienced, and collaborative team
• Work in a precision engineering environment with high standards and real purpose

The Role:

You’ll be leading a team within the Sub-Assembly divison, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations while driving performance, quality, and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supervising and motivating a skilled team of machinists
• Ensuring production targets and quality standards are met
• Driving efficiency, productivity, and best practice on shift
• Acting as the key point of contact for operational issues
• Supporting a culture of safety, accountability, and teamwork

What we’re looking for:

• Proven supervisory or team leadership experience
• Background in a machine shop or precision engineering environment
• Strong understanding of machining processes and shop floor operations
• A proactive, hands-on leadership style
• Someone who can engage, motivate, and develop a team

Why consider this?

This isn’t just another supervisory role — it’s a chance to step into a position where:

• Your leadership genuinely matters
• You’ll be part of a highly regarded engineering operation
• You get structure, stability, and long-term career potential
• And importantly a shift pattern that gives you real time back