Job Title: Machine Shop Manager
Reports to: Operations Director

Job Summary:
As a Machine Shop Manager, you will use your technical knowledge to develop and enhance manufacturing processes, procedures, and equipment. You will ensure that equipment, tooling, and fixtures meet specifications and support a LEAN culture. Leading and training a team of operatives and engineers, you will maintain high production standards to meet customer orders and expectations. This role requires a proactive, hands-on individual committed to quality and excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams to achieve machine shop objectives.
Oversee daily production, setting instructions for shop floor teams.
Develop efficient production routes.
Manage tooling costs and stock.
Estimate costs, quote, and oversee route and tool design.
Ensure quality, safety, and timely delivery of all outputs.
Conduct trials for new products and recommend equipment upgrades.
Motivate and develop the team through training and performance reviews.
Monitor and communicate shop performance and foster effective communication.
Operate all machine shop equipment proficiently and train others.
Collaborate with other departments to meet client deadlines.
Champion continuous improvement within the department.
Plan and manage new program launches and equipment retrofits.
Qualifications & Skills 

Education: Minimum of 5 GCSEs including English and Mathematics, plus an HNC in Engineering.
Experience: At least 5 years in a machining facility, ideally with steel. XYZ machine experience is beneficial
Strong business ethics and integrity.
Expertise in CNCs, lathes, grinders, and millers, including CNC programming (FANUC controls).
Ability to read CAD/CAM drawings and diagnose tooling faults.
Good understanding of customer requirements and market dynamics.
Strong organizational skills, initiative, and pressure tolerance.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work at all levels.
Basic IT and numerical skills.
Physical Demands:
35 hours per week, with overtime as required. Standard hours are 08:00-16:00 Monday-Thursday and 08:00-13:00 Friday. This role is based in Oldbury and may involve travel.

If you're ready to make an impact in a dynamic machine shop environment, we encourage you to apply