Manufacturing Manager - Precision Engineering/Machine Shop Location: Leicester Job Type: Permanent | Full-Time Salary: £60,000-70,000 benefits Sector: Advanced Manufacturing | Engineering | Precision Machining Are you an experienced manufacturing manager looking to lead and improve a high-performing machine shop? Do you want to drive lean initiatives, modern manufacturing practices and operational excellence? Are you ready to take ownership of production performance within a globally recognised engineering business? The Company An established and internationally respected engineering manufacturer is seeking a Manufacturing Manager to lead its machine shop operations in Leicester. The business designs and manufactures complex, high-value equipment for multiple advanced technology sectors and continues to invest heavily in its production capability. This is a key leadership role offering the opportunity to drive performance, introduce new ideas and support the ongoing development of both people and processes. The Role You will lead a skilled production team, ensuring the delivery of high quality components on time and to cost, while driving continuous improvement and operational efficiency. Key Responsibilities: Lead and develop the machine shop team to achieve quality, delivery and productivity targets Oversee CNC machinery and grinding operations, ensuring best practice and safe working standards Implement lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to optimise performance Monitor and improve KPIs across quality, cost, delivery and efficiency Support capital investment projects, equipment upgrades and process innovation Key Skills & Experience: Min. 5 years experience managing a machine shop or precision engineering environment Strong knowledge of CNC machining, grinding, materials and manufacturing processes Proven experience implementing Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen or similar improvement methodologies Confident leadership style with experience managing teams of 20 employees Engineering qualification (Degree, HNC, HND) or equivalent experience Why Apply? Opportunity to lead and shape a key manufacturing function Ongoing investment in modern equipment and facilities Early Friday finish and competitive benefits package Strong focus on training, development and internal progression Collaborative and supportive engineering environment Apply Now If you're a Manufacturing Manager looking for a leadership role where you can drive improvement and make a real operational impact, click Apply Now to submit your CV.