Shift Manager

MacStaff; East Hampshire; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm is seeking an experienced Shift Manager for their night shift in Coventry. This role involves supervising CNC operations and a dedicated team within a modern facility. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge and proven leadership experience in a manufacturing environment. A competitive salary of £38K-£42K, performance incentives, and opportunities for personal development are offered in a supportive workplace.

Benefits

Performance-based incentives

Comprehensive benefits

Opportunities for personal development

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading or supervising within a CNC or machine shop environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of CNC operations and manufacturing processes.
• Awareness of health and safety regulations with a focus on workplace safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervise CNC operators and ensure machines are running to target.
• Support and guide the team with day-to-day production tasks.
• Carry out quality checks and encourage a right-first-time approach.
• Monitor performance, reduce downtime, and keep work flowing.
• Promote safe working practices across the shift.

Skills

Leading or supervising in a CNC environment

Technical knowledge of CNC operations

Confidence in decision-making

Excellent communication skills

Motivating and developing team members

Health and safety awareness

Maintaining high production standards

Job description

You will like

Managing the CNC Night Shift in Coventry, working with a forward-thinking private manufacturing company leveraging modern manufacturing methods for the construction materials supply sector. This organisation prides itself on innovation, quality, and a commitment to employee development. With a warm and supportive environment, you'll benefit from a company that values your expertise and offers genuine career progression opportunities, all within a modern, well-equipped workplace.

You will like

The Sunday - Thursday, 22:00-07:00 CNCShift Manager role itself is an engaging leadership position where you will oversee a dedicated night shift team in a dynamic timber manufacturing environment. Your responsibilities will include supervising CNC operations, ensuring machine efficiency, maintaining safety standards, and supporting your team to meet production targets. This is a fantastic chance to apply your supervisory skills while making a tangible impact on production quality and performance. More specifically:

• Supervise CNC operators and ensure machines are running to target.
• Support and guide the team with day-to-day production tasks.
• Carry out quality checks and encourage a right-first-time approach.
• Monitor performance, reduce downtime, and keep work flowing.
• Promote safe working practices across the shift.
• Maintain a tidy, well-organised production area.
• Report key issues and performance updates to senior management.

You will have

• Proven experience in leading or supervising within a CNC or machine shop environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of CNC operations and manufacturing processes.
• Confidence in decision-making and excellent communication skills.
• A proactive approach to motivating and developing team members.
• Awareness of health and safety regulations with a focus on workplace safety and quality standards.
• A track record of maintaining high standards in a fast-paced production setting.

You will get

• A competitive salary of £38K-£42K PA, plus overtime opportunities.
• Performance-based incentives rewarding your efforts and results.
• A permanent night shift role offering stability and comprehensive benefits.
• Opportunities for personal development within a growing, innovative company.
• A supportive and engaging working environment with a focus on safety and team spirit.

You can apply

to this Shift Manager position by pushing the button on this job posting or by sending your CV in confidence to [e-mail]. We look forward to helping you take the next step in your career with a trusted partner dedicated to your success.

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