Toolroom Manager - Extrusion

Nicholas Associates Group; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking a Toolroom Manager to lead their extrusion die shop. The role will involve management of production and teams, ensuring efficiency and safety in operations while fostering development. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership and technical skills, with a commitment to continuous improvement.

Benefits

27 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays

Workplace pension

Life insurance

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Previous toolroom experience within an extrusion environment is highly desirable.
• Strong communicator with the ability to coach and lead is important.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage operations of the die shop.
• Supervise production, maintenance, and repair of dies.
• Drive continuous improvement in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Technical expertise

Job description

• Job Type: Permanent
• Posted on: 30th May 2025
• Job Reference: JN -042025-62450_1748604457

Do you have experience working in an extrusion environment - plastics, rubber, metal extrusion for example? Have you got previous experience managing, leading and directing a department? If so, then please read on!

The basics:

Job Title: Toolroom Manager - Extrusion

Industry: Manufacturing

Shift: Monday to Thursday (8.15am to 5.00pm) and Fridays (8.30am to 3.00pm)

Benefits: 27 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays, work place pension, life insurance, free onsite parking.

Desired background: Previous toolroom experience within an extrusion environment

Overview for the Toolroom Manager role:

Working for a large manufacturing business that have manufacturing plants in the UK and EU, we now require a Manager to lead the Die Shop.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will oversee and manage the operations of our die shop. This role involves supervising the production, maintenance, and repair of dies, ensuring optimal efficiency, quality, and safety. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership abilities, technical expertise, and a commitment to driving continuous improvement in a dynamic manufacturing environment. You will have a team of direct reports where you will need to have an active role in their development.

The ideal candidate / Toolroom Manager may have some of the following, however, please note these are only desirable and not essential as all applications will be looked at individually:

• Previous experience managing a Toolroom in an extrusion manufacturing environment
• A strong communicator with the ability to coach and lead.

Commutable from: Cheltenham, Gloucester, Worcester and surrounding areas.

If you are interested in the Toolroom Manager role, please apply immediately due to the urgency of this role.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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For more information on this vacancy please contact uson 01332360055.