Workshop Manager

A well-established manufacturer is looking for a hands-on Workshop Manager to lead a small to medium sized team within a busy production environment. This role blends leadership with practical involvement, overseeing processes including welding, machining, finishing, wiring, and assembly. You’ll be responsible for keeping operations running efficiently, maintaining high quality standards, and driving continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Oversee daily workshop operations to meet production and quality targets Lead, support and develop a team of around 15 staff Plan workloads and resolve production or material shortages Drive improvements in processes, equipment and working methods Manage suppliers for materials and consumables Support stock control, production planning, and ERP processes Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and ISO9001 standards About You Proven experience in a manufacturing/workshop environment Hands-on leadership with supervisory or management experience Strong understanding of engineering and production processes Experience using ERP systems Benefits 30 days holiday (including bank holidays) Pension scheme On-site parking