ADS Laser Cutting is a full-service metalwork specialist, offering laser cutting, folding, fabrication, finishing, and assembly services. We provide bespoke to volume sheet metal solutions for customers across engineering, transport, infrastructure, and manufacturing industries.
Operating from an 87,000 sq. ft facility and employing over 100 people, ADS combines modern equipment with robust processes and experienced teams to deliver consistent quality, lead times, and service. Our work is trusted by major organisations across all industries.
ADS is a family owned business that has grown year on year through continued investment in technology, systems, and people. This provides a stable, well supported platform for sales activity and long term customer development.
We are looking for an experienced Production Manager to lead our laser cutting and folding operations. You will be responsible for improving OTD, increasing machine utilisation, developing team capability and driving operational excellence across a modern sheet metal manufacturing environment.
Skills, Experience & Personal Attributes
Essential
- Strong background in subcontract sheet metal or fabrication manufacturing.
- Significant experience in laser cutting and/or CNC press brake operations.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
- Experience managing production teams and manufacturing workflows.
- Strong understanding of quality, lean manufacturing and process control.
- Experience using ERP/MRP or production management systems.
- Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.
Personal Attributes
- Organised, proactive and results-driven.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Resilient and able to work under pressure.
- Self-motivated with a hands-on leadership style.
- Professional, honest and collaborative.
- Positive attitude towards innovation and change.
Benefits:
- Salary £40K - £50K pa DOE
- Private Healthcare
- Life assurance.
- Above statutory holiday entitlement with additional service linked holiday.
- 40 hour working week
- Onsite gym.
- Pension scheme.
- Commitment to investing in training and development.
- Company provided workwear and PPE.
- Onsite parking.
- Staff canteen.
- Employee Assistance Program.
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit their CV and a cover letter highlighting relevant experience and why they are the ideal candidate for this position.
STRICTLY NO RECRUITMENT AGENCIES
