Workshop / Production Manager

Samuel James Recruitment Ltd; Luton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in metal fabrication is seeking a Workshop / Production Manager for their Luton facility. This role involves managing daily operations and a skilled team to deliver high-quality bespoke projects. The candidate should have a strong background in metalwork, excellent leadership skills, and a hands-on problem-solving approach. This position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity for personal development within a growing team.

Benefits

Full autonomy and ownership of workshop operations

Opportunity to work on high-end, bespoke projects

Personal development and long-term career growth

Qualifications

• Experience as a Workshop Manager, Production Manager, or Fabrication Supervisor.
• Strong background in metalwork, steel fabrication, or architectural metal manufacturing.
• Hands-on approach with problem-solving mindset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee manufacturing process managing a skilled team.
• Plan and schedule work across CNC, welding, and finishing departments.
• Ensure compliance with quality control and H&S regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Planning

Team Management

Problem Solving

Health & Safety Awareness

Education

Qualifications like SMSTS or IOSH

Tools

CNC Machinery

Welding Techniques

Sheet Metal Processes

Job description

Workshop / Production Manager Metal Fabrication Up to £50,000 + Package Luton

Are you a hands-on Workshop / Production Manager with experience in metal fabrication or architectural metalwork? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, bespoke production environment where quality, precision and deadlines matter?

We re working with a specialist metal fabrication contractor delivering high-end architectural and bespoke metalwork for the construction, design and luxury interiors markets. Due to continued growth, they re now looking for a driven Workshop / Production Manager to take charge of day-to-day operations.

What You ll Be Doing (The Role)

As Workshop / Production Manager, you ll oversee the complete in-house manufacturing process managing a skilled team of fabricators, welders, and machinists to deliver top-quality bespoke metalwork on time and to spec.
Key Responsibilities:

• Manage daily workshop operations and production workflow
• Plan and schedule work across CNC, welding, fabrication and finishing departments
• Maintain high standards of quality control and H&S compliance
• Collaborate with project managers and designers to ensure specs and deadlines are met
• Monitor stock levels, materials, and machine maintenance
• Lead, mentor and motivate workshop staff to ensure peak performance

About You
We re looking for someone who brings:

• Previous experience as a Workshop Manager, Production Manager, or Fabrication Supervisor
• Strong background in metalwork, steel fabrication, or architectural metal manufacturing
• Excellent leadership, planning, and team management skills
• Good understanding of CNC machinery, welding techniques, and sheet metal processes
• Hands-on approach with a problem-solving mindset
• Health & Safety awareness (qualifications like SMSTS or IOSH are a plus)

About the Company

Our client is a growing, design-led metal fabrication specialist working on some of the UK s most exciting construction and interior projects. Their custom-built Luton workshop houses cutting-edge equipment and a skilled team that delivers on everything from bespoke staircases and balustrades to luxury metal finishes and architectural steelwork.

What s In It For You?

• Salary up to £50,000 depending on experience
• Monday Friday working hours + overtime with flexibility where needed
• Full autonomy and ownership of workshop operations
• Opportunity to work on high-end, bespoke architectural projects
• Join a collaborative, ambitious and growing team
• Personal development and long-term career growth

How to Apply
Ready to take charge of a busy, high-spec metalwork workshop and drive production excellence?

Apply today and we ll be in touch within 48 hours. This is a rare opportunity to step into a leadership role with real impact.