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Machine Shop Manager
Job Posted: 21 hours ago
Salary: £ 55,000 - 55,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Waterlooville, Hampshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Infinity Employment are currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Machine Shop Manager to lead and oversee operations in a dynamic and growing precision engineering environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in CNC and manual machining, with proven leadership capabilities and preferably experience within the automotive or motorsport sectors.
This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with a hands-on engineering background who is ready to step into a management role or continue to develop in a leadership position. You will play a key part in driving quality, efficiency, and innovation on the shop floor. You will lead a team of CNC and manual machinists in allocating workload and managing day to day operations.
Salary £55,000 per year
Monday – Friday: 7.30am to 5pm
Option to work 7am to 5pm Monday to Thursday + 7am to 2.30pm Friday.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage day-to-day operations of the machine shop, ensuring efficient workflow and production targets are met.
* Provide technical support to Machinists and with programming
* Lead and motivate a team of CNC and manual machinists, fostering a culture of quality and continuous improvement.
* Liaise with software providers in relation to CAD cam software issues
* Assist with estimating project management materials purchasing and quality checks
* Ensure supplies are ordered for each job and layers with the buyer regarding any issues
* Regularly report progress on each job and quickly communicate delays or concerns with the general manager. Report on manpower overrun for short falls.
* Ensure correct job numbers are used and that time records are correct
* Assist with estimating project management materials purchasing and quality checks
* Make recommendations to improve efficiently and minimise downtime
* Oversee scheduling, job allocation, and ensure timely delivery of high-precision components.
* Ensure all health & safety and quality assurance standards are adhered to.
* Liaise with engineering, design, and production teams to resolve technical issues and support NPI projects.
* Manage machine maintenance and repair as repaired
* Support hands-on when needed, particularly with CNC programming, setup, and manual machining.
* Maintain tooling, equipment, and machine maintenance schedules.
* Act as a technical advisor on key projects and other areas of the business as requested
* Work with the operations manager to respond to clients request for updates of the status of their job jobs and keep communication channels open to ensure information is accurate
* Receive feedback from customers and follow-up to ensure customer satisfaction
Requirements:
* Proven experience in a machine shop leadership or supervisory role.
* Qualified CNC Programmer / Setter / Operator - HAAS
* Strong background in CNC and manual machining, with the ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
* Familiarity with CAD/CAM software and CNC programming (Solidworks)
* Ideally from an automotive, motorsport, or precision engineering background.
* Excellent organisational and communication skills.
* Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines without compromising quality.
* Strong understanding of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles
* Understands quality control skills
Benefits:
£55,000 Salary per year
22 days plus Public Holidays
Private Medical Insurance
Pension Scheme
Refreshments
Workwear provided.
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