Factory Manager

Echelon Engineers is recruiting a Factory Manager on behalf of a well-established precision manufacturing company based in Wolverhampton. The client's name is being withheld at this stage, but they supply high-precision components into the aerospace sector, working across plastic, steel, and sheet metal materials using a combination of CNC machinery and skilled manual processes.This is a hands‑on leadership role for an experienced manufacturing professional who can manage day‑to‑day workshop operations, drive quality and efficiency, and support the development of a skilled production team.Key ResponsibilitiesTake full responsibility for the day‑to‑day running of the workshop, overseeing a team of 20 production staffManage and support a Foreman, who will report directly into this role and assist with shop‑floor supervisionOversee production scheduling across both CNC machining and manual finishing processes to ensure on‑time deliveryMaintain consistently high standards of quality, ensuring components meet the exacting requirements of aerospace customersMonitor and manage workflow across plastic, steel, and sheet metal production linesEnsure health and safety standards are upheld throughout the workshop at all timesIdentify opportunities to improve productivity, reduce waste, and streamline processesManage staffing levels, training needs, and performance within the workshop teamLiaise with other departments (e.g. quality, planning, engineering) to ensure smooth production flowMaintain accurate production, quality, and compliance records as required for aerospace industry standardsWhat We're Looking ForProven experience managing a manufacturing or workshop team, ideally within a precision engineering or aerospace supply environmentStrong working knowledge of both CNC machining and manual production processesExperience working with a mix of materials such as plastic, steel, and sheet metal is highly desirableStrong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to manage and develop a Foreman and wider teamA practical, hands‑on approach with the ability to problem‑solve on the shop floorGood understanding of health & safety requirements within a manufacturing settingFamiliarity with aerospace quality standards (e.g. AS9100) would be an advantageWorking PatternFull‑time, 5 days per week, fully site‑based in WolverhamptonStandard working hours

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