Manufacturing Team Leader (Production / CNC)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment; Newtownabbey; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training

Progression

Company Pension

On-Site Parking

Overtime

Job summary

Ernest Gordon Recruitment in Newtownabbey is seeking a Manufacturing Team Leader to oversee on-site production, CNC machining, laser cutting and assembly, turning designs into high-quality displays.

You will lead the workshop team, coordinate daily flow, perform quality checks, and assist with electrical integration and LED systems. The role offers £38,000–£42,000 plus training, progression and pension, with on-site parking and overtime.

Qualifications

• Hands on manufacturing experience required.
• Electrical or electromechanical experience, including LED systems and low-voltage wiring.
• Experience with CNC machinery.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on manufacturing of bespoke signage, displays and exhibition builds.
• Lead and support the workshop team across machining, fabrication, electrical assembly and paint.
• Operate and set up CNC machinery and laser cutting equipment.
• Integrate LED lighting, drivers, power supplies and low-voltage wiring into finished products.
• Read technical drawings and resolve manufacturing issues.
• Carry out quality checks, electrical fault-finding and pre-dispatch testing.
• Support machinery maintenance and maintain a safe, organized workshop.

Skills

Hands-on manufacturing

Electrical/electromechanical

CNC machinery

Tools

Laser cutting equipment

Job description

Manufacturing Team Leader (Production / CNC)

£38,000 – £42,000 + Training + Progression + Company Pension + On-Site Parking + Overime

Newtownabbey

On offer is the opportunity to join a specialist manufacturing business where you will combine your practical skills with workshop leadership, helping turn creative designs into high-quality finished products.

This company manufactures bespoke signage, illuminated displays, exhibition builds and fabricated features. Their project-driven work offers plenty of variety, combining CNC machining, laser cutting, fabrication, electrical integration and assembly.

In this role, you will work alongside the manufacturing team, coordinating the day-to-day flow of work in line with priorities set by the Production Manager. You will remain actively involved in manufacturing, from operating CNC and laser equipment to assembling displays and wiring LED lighting, drivers and power supplies.

You will also support colleagues with practical problem-solving, check quality throughout each build and carry out final testing before dispatch. This is a workshop-floor position suited to someone who enjoys picking up tools, sharing the knowledge and taking pride in the finished product.

This role would suit an experienced signage manufacturer with practical electrical skills and experience leading, supervising or mentoring others, looking to take responsibility for delivering varied bespoke projects.

The Role:

• Working hands-on to manufacture bespoke signage, displays and exhibition builds
• Leading and supporting the workshop team across machining, fabrication, electrical assembly and paint
• Operating and setting up CNC machinery and laser cutting equipment
• Integrating LED lighting, drivers, power supplies and low-voltage wiring into finished products
• Reading technical drawings and resolving manufacturing issues
• Carrying out quality checks, electrical fault-finding and pre-dispatch testing
• Supporting machinery maintenance and maintaining a safe, organised workshop
• Working on site in Newtownabbey

The Person:

• Hands on manufacturing experience
• Practical electrical or electromechanical experience, including LED systems and low-voltage wiring
• Experience with CNC machinery

Keywords: Manufacturing Team Leader, Workshop Supervisor, Sign Maker, Signage, CNC, Laser Cutting, LED Lighting, Electrical Assembly, Fabrication, Displays, Exhibitions, Newtownabbey, Belfast

Reference: BBBH28016

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position and the final offer will depend on your experience, qualifications, and skillset.