Technical Manager – Precision Engineering
Monday–Friday | Early finish on Fridays
Are you an experienced Technical Manager or Engineering Operations Manager with a background in precision engineering, machining, welding or fabrication?
Salary and benefits
- Annual bonus of up to 20%, subject to company performance.
- Holiday entitlement increases by one day per year, up to 27 days.
- Company share scheme coming soon.
- 12:30pm finish every Friday.
The role
Working within a small management team, you’ll combine technical knowledge with commercial awareness to support daily operations and customer requirements.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Preparing quotations and advising customers.
- Processing orders and supporting production.
- Managing key customer accounts and supporting sales.
- Maintaining quality standards and overseeing ISO 9001 compliance.
- Improving processes through lean manufacturing and 5S.
- Supporting the General Manager with day-to-day business activities.
What you’ll bring
- Technical or operational management experience within an engineering SME.
- Practical knowledge of machining, welding and fabrication.
- The ability to quote accurately, advise customers and guide production.
- An HNC in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualification.
- An understanding of ISO 9001, lean manufacturing and 5S.
- Commercial awareness and a flexible approach to working in a small team.
A time-served apprenticeship in toolmaking, machining, welding or fabrication would be advantageous.
Working hours
39 hours per week:
- Monday–Thursday: 7:30am–4:30pm.
- Friday: 7:30am–12:30pm.
Applicants must be eligible to work and live in the UK.
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