Machine Shop Manager
CV-LibraryStroud, GloucestershirepermanentPosted: 10 June 2026
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Location: Gloucestershire
Hours: Full Time
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
Key Responsibilities of a Machine Shop Manager:
* Lead and manage a busy CNC machining department operating across multiple shifts
* Oversee production performance, ensuring quality, delivery, safety and efficiency targets are achieved
* Manage and develop production supervisors, engineers and machining personnel
* Drive improvements in machine utilisation, workflow efficiency and manufacturing performance
* Work closely with Manufacturing Engineering teams to optimise machining methods, tooling strategies and production processes
* Monitor key operational metrics including output, labour utilisation, downtime and production costs
* Support production planning and capacity management activities
* Lead continuous improvement initiatives across the machine shop
* Investigate manufacturing issues, supporting root cause analysis and corrective actions
* Support the introduction of new machinery, technology and manufacturing processes
* Maintain high standards of quality, housekeeping and workplace organisation
* Recruit, train, mentor and develop team members
* Conduct performance reviews and support employee development plans
* Collaborate with Planning, Quality, Purchasing and Engineering teams to achieve business objectives
* Provide operational reporting and performance updates to senior management
Key Skills of a Machine Shop Manager:
* Apprentice trained or qualified within Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering
* Proven experience managing CNC machining operations within a precision engineering or advanced manufacturing environment
* Strong technical knowledge of CNC machining processes, including milling, turning and EDM
* Experience leading production teams within a fast-paced manufacturing environment
* Good understanding of production planning, manufacturing KPIs and continuous improvement methodologies
* Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills
* Commercial awareness with the ability to balance quality, cost and delivery requirements
* Proactive problem-solving skills with a hands-on management approach
* Experience using ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office applications
Benefits:
* Opportunity to join a growing and innovative engineering manufacturer
* Key leadership role with significant influence over operational performance
* Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
* Modern manufacturing environment with advanced CNC technology
Location: Gloucestershire
Hours: Full Time
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
Key Responsibilities of a Machine Shop Manager:
* Lead and manage a busy CNC machining department operating across multiple shifts
* Oversee production performance, ensuring quality, delivery, safety and efficiency targets are achieved
* Manage and develop production supervisors, engineers and machining personnel
* Drive improvements in machine utilisation, workflow efficiency and manufacturing performance
* Work closely with Manufacturing Engineering teams to optimise machining methods, tooling strategies and production processes
* Monitor key operational metrics including output, labour utilisation, downtime and production costs
* Support production planning and capacity management activities
* Lead continuous improvement initiatives across the machine shop
* Investigate manufacturing issues, supporting root cause analysis and corrective actions
* Support the introduction of new machinery, technology and manufacturing processes
* Maintain high standards of quality, housekeeping and workplace organisation
* Recruit, train, mentor and develop team members
* Conduct performance reviews and support employee development plans
* Collaborate with Planning, Quality, Purchasing and Engineering teams to achieve business objectives
* Provide operational reporting and performance updates to senior management
Key Skills of a Machine Shop Manager:
* Apprentice trained or qualified within Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering
* Proven experience managing CNC machining operations within a precision engineering or advanced manufacturing environment
* Strong technical knowledge of CNC machining processes, including milling, turning and EDM
* Experience leading production teams within a fast-paced manufacturing environment
* Good understanding of production planning, manufacturing KPIs and continuous improvement methodologies
* Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills
* Commercial awareness with the ability to balance quality, cost and delivery requirements
* Proactive problem-solving skills with a hands-on management approach
* Experience using ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office applications
Benefits:
* Opportunity to join a growing and innovative engineering manufacturer
* Key leadership role with significant influence over operational performance
* Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
* Modern manufacturing environment with advanced CNC technology