Job Description
Sharp Consultancy are delighted to be yet again partnering with one of the UK’s leading engineering groups, supplying high-integrity components to critical industries including defence, transport, energy, and infrastructure.
With a legacy of innovation and excellence alongside significant investment in the wider team, a newly created Machine Shop Director has been created to join their leadership team in Leeds and drive world-class machining operations across the group.
The Role:
As Machine Shop Director, you will take strategic and operational ownership of the advanced machining facilities including managing complex new and nearly-new CNC machines with individual values up to £2 million.
You’ll lead a team of skilled engineers and machinists, ensuring delivery of complex components to the highest standards of quality, efficiency, and safety including medium and heavy engineering across the aerospace sector.
Your responsibilities will include:
1. Leading all machine shop operations across multiple sites, with a focus on continuous improvement and lean manufacturing.
2. Managing budgets, KPIs, workforce planning, and capital investment in CNC and manual machining technologies.
3. Collaborating closely with design, production, and quality teams to ensure se...