Our team members are passionate, driven and up for a challenge. If you have ambition to make a difference, then please read on. Key Responsibilities 1. Team Leadership & Supervision Lead, motivate, and support metal work team Allocate daily tasks and ensure the right skills are matched to each job Monitor attendance, timekeeping, and discipline on the shop floor Provide on-the-job coaching, mentoring, and skills development Act as the first point of contact for team issues or concerns 2. Production Planning & Execution Follow the production schedule and ensure targets are met (output, quality, deadlines) Prioritise jobs based on urgency, capacity, and material availability Coordinate shift handovers to maintain production continuity Identify and escalate risks to delivery (machine downtime, labour shortages, material delays) Support continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency 3. Health, Safety & Compliance Enforce strict adherence to health & safety procedures and PPE requirements Conduct toolbox talks and support risk assessments and method statements Ensure safe use of machinery, tools, welding equipment, and lifting gear Report, investigate, and help prevent accidents, near-misses, and unsafe practices Maintain compliance with company, legal, and industry safety standards 4. Quality Control & Standards Ensure work is completed to drawings, specifications, and tolerances Carry out first-off checks and in-process quality inspections Identify defects, rework issues, or recurring quality problems Work with quality teams to implement corrective actions Promote “right first time” manufacturing culture 5. Equipment, Materials & Workspace Management Ensure machines and tools are correctly set up and maintained Report faults or maintenance needs promptly Monitor material usage and reduce waste or scrap Ensure work areas remain clean, organised, and compliant with 5S standards Support audits of tooling, jigs, fixtures, and consumables 6. Communication & Coordination Liaise with production planners, engineering, quality, and maintenance teams Communicate daily targets, priorities, and changes to the team Provide clear shift reports and production updates to management Support introduction of new products, drawings, or processes 7. Performance Monitoring & Reporting Track production output, downtime, scrap, and efficiency Identify trends or bottlenecks affecting performance Support KPIs such as OEE, on-time delivery, and quality metrics Contribute to daily/weekly production meetings 8. Continuous Improvement Encourage team suggestions for process improvements Support lean manufacturing, waste reduction, and standardised work Assist with training on new processes, equipment, and best practices Lead by example in productivity, safety, and quality mindset Attributes Relevant Experience Experience of working in a busy manufacturing setting or a similar environment and have managed a team Education and Training GCSES in Maths and English First Aid trained (desirable) Skills, abilities and specialist knowledge Strong organisation and planning skills Effectively be able to carry out key processes like: CNC Punch press, CNC press brake, welding, folding & powder coating Understand engineering drawings, documentation and material handling Have strong communication (written &verbal) and problem-solving skills Reliable and able to demonstrate a flexible approach Working hours: Currently 2 shift rotation, including an early shift and back shift. Mon-Fri 6am-2pm day shift and Mon-Thurs 2pm-12 midnight back shift. 15% shift allowance. If you're excited by this opportunity, we'd love to hear from you! Please tell us about yourself by uploading your CV.