Shopfloor Foreman

Pertemps; Newcastle-under-Lyme; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established building materials supplier in Newcastle-under-Lyme is seeking an experienced Shopfloor Foreman to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and manage shopfloor operatives. Candidates should have hands-on CNC machine experience and strong leadership skills. The role offers a salary of £28,000, 26 days of annual leave, and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Training and development opportunities

Employee healthcare plan

Life assurance

Access to Mental Health First Aiders

Employee reward portal

Annual pay review

Qualifications

• CNC machine operation experience is essential.
• Previous experience in a production or manufacturing environment is desirable.
• Strong IT and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Manage new starter induction plans.
• Supervise and assign daily tasks to shopfloor operatives.

Skills

CNC machine operation

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Customer-focused

Problem-solving

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Shopfloor Foreman

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Shopfloor Foreman to join a well‑established building materials supplier specialising in facade solutions and construction products. This position is ideal for someone with a background in Construction or Manufacturing, with hands‑on CNC machine experience and strong leadership skills.

Key Responsibilities of this Shopfloor Foreman role:

• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, assisting in the monitoring of workplace safety.
• Deliver Toolbox Talks and support H&S initiatives in collaboration with the Production Foreman.
• Oversee inductions and competency sign-offs for new operatives.
• Deliver training on new machinery and processes to existing and new team members.
• Manage new starter induction plans.
• Create and manage employee work schedules.
• Supervise and assign daily tasks to shopfloor operatives.
• Act as the first point of contact for operatives regarding machinery, performance, and attendance issues.
• Provide regular updates to office management.
• Inspect completed work to ensure it meets quality and deadline standards.
• Address and resolve customer issues or complaints efficiently.
• Maintain and clean shopfloor equipment and machinery.
• Operate machinery, including forklifts and CNC machines, as required.
• Manage tooling and consumables (e.g. saw blades, cutters, drills).
• Ensure the work area is clean, safe, and well‑organised.

Experience & Knowledge Required for this Shop Foreman role:

• CNC machine operation experience – essential
• Previous experience in a production or manufacturing environment – desirable
• Forklift Operator’s Licence
• Strong IT and organisational skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Confident and professional with strong relationship-building skills
• Customer-focused with excellent attention to detail
• Proactive and willing to learn and develop
• Capable of working independently and under pressure
• Well‑presented, polite, and professional
• Flexible approach to working hours and responsibilities
• Positive attitude and a team‑focused mindset

Details

• Training and development opportunities
• 26 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), including Christmas shutdown
• Employee healthcare plan (opt‑in)
• Life assurance (1x salary)
• Access to Mental Health First Aiders
• Employee reward portal with discounts at major retailers
• Annual pay review and potential performance bonus
• Recognition and long service awards
• Salary £28,000
• Monday to Friday 8:30-17:00
• Location: Newcastle-under-Lyme