Technical Manager

Jonathan Lee Recruitment Ltd; Bedworth; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Technical Manager in Bedworth, UK, to lead tooling and process development in automotive manufacturing. You will directly report to the CEO and drive continuous improvement while acting as the technical authority on complex fabrication challenges. The ideal candidate will possess expert knowledge in MIG, TIG, and spot welding, along with a strong background in manufacturing processes. This role offers an opportunity to significantly influence production outcomes and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge in MIG, TIG, and spot welding.
• Experience in automotive manufacturing environments.
• Strong ability to translate complex engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and trial of tooling for production.
• Oversee and improve production methods.
• Act as the technical authority for fabrication challenges.

Skills

MIG welding

TIG welding

spot welding

Design for Manufacture (DFM)

continuous improvement

Job description

Most fabrication businesses don't struggle because of capability on the shopfloor - they struggle because tooling, DFM and process decisions are fragmented, reactive, or sit between functions. This role exists to fix that.

This is an opportunity to step into a Technical Manager position within an automotive manufacturing environment where you will act as the technical authority. Reporting directly to the CEO, you'll take full ownership of tooling, process development and technical decision‑making - shaping how parts move from concept to robust production.

What You Will Do

• Lead the design, manufacture, trial and maturation of tooling for new and existing parts
• Own Design for Manufacture (DFM) input across prototype and production to ensure efficiency, repeatability and right‑first‑time outcomes
• Translate complex engineering drawings into robust, practical fabrication processes
• Drive continuous improvement across tooling, fixtures and production methods
• Act as the go‑to technical authority for complex fabrication and assembly challenges
• Apply expert knowledge of MIG, TIG and spot welding to support troubleshooting and process optimisation
• Develop new weld and 5‑axis fixtures to support new product introduction
• Oversee additive‑manufactured checking fixtures and gauging solutions
• Ensure all technical activity meets HSE standards and best practice
• Identify and recommend investment in new p…