Job Description

Looking for a Monday to Friday role where you can truly lead and make an impact?
Look no further!
This is your opportunity to take control, drive performance, and make a lasting impact in a forward-thinking engineering business.
A well-established and respected engineering company based in Grantham is looking for a Factory Manager to oversee and drive the performance of its busy manufacturing facility. As the Factory Manager this is your chance to shape the future of a modern, forward-thinking operation - and to do it your way.
Why apply? What's in it for you?

• Make a real impact - You'll have full responsibility for planning, improving and overseeing all production activity.
• Lead and inspire - Manage and develop a team of skilled engineers, welders, and fabricators.
• Drive innovation - Introduce smarter ways of working, reduce waste, and raise quality standards.
• Work with cutting-edge equipment - Enjoy access to state-of-the-art laser cutters, CNC press brakes, robotic welding and more.
• Career security - Join a stable company with decades of success and a strong order book.

Your role will include:

• Running the day-to-day production across laser cutting, fabrication, welding, machining, painting and more.
• Creating efficient production plans to meet deadlines and customer requirements.
• Managing workflow, resources, staffing and machinery to boost productivity and reduce downtime.
• Maintaining the highest levels of quality control and ensuring all work meets exacting standards.
• Motivating and mentoring a team of experienced production staff.
• Championing health and safety across the shop floor.
• Using data to measure performance, identify problems and lead continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborating closely with internal teams like procurement, design and sales to deliver outstanding results.

What you'll bring to the role:

• At least 5 years' experience in a senior manufacturing or factory management position.
• A solid background in metal fabrication, CNC machining, welding, or similar disciplines.
• Proven success in improving processes and performance (Lean, Six Sigma or similar a big plus).
• A natural leader with strong communication and team management skills.
• Confident using production planning tools and working with data to make decisions.
• Passionate about quality, safety and innovation.
• A relevant qualification in engineering or manufacturing (or equivalent experience).

Nice to have (but not essential):

• Experience with robotic welding systems, CNC machines or similar specialist equipment.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 or similar quality systems.

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