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Workshop Manager

Future Engineering
Lincolnshire
1 week ago
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Workshop Manager


Lincoln


£50,000 - £60,000 + Autonomy + Pension + Holidays + Creative Projects + Immediate Start Available


This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established and growing company. With strong foundations and a clear vision for the future, the business is now looking for a Workshop Manager to take ownership of daily operations and help drive the next stage of development.
In this role, you'll oversee day-to-day production, improve operational processes, maintain high quality standards, and ensure projects are delivered efficiently, on time, and within budget. It's a hands-on leadership position that calls for excellent organisational skills and a solid understanding of production and team management.

If you're passionate about quality, people, and process - and want to work in an environment that values precision, creativity, and continuous improvement - this could be the ideal next step in your career.


Your Responsibilities as Workshop Manager Will Include:

  • Overseeing day-to-day workshop operations, managing workflow and production schedules.
  • Coordinating between design, manufacturing, and installation teams.
  • Implementing structure, process improvements, and efficiency measures.
  • Monitoring quality control, budgets, and timelines.
  • Reporting regularly on workshop performance and output.


As a Workshop Manager, You Will Have:

  • Proven experience managing a manufacturing workshop.
  • Excellent organisational and leadership skills with a focus on precision and structure.
  • The ability to read technical drawings and translate design into production.
  • A proactive, solution-driven approach with great communication skills.
  • Based in or commutable to Lincoln (Monday to Friday on-site).


For more information or to apply, contact Sonny at Future Engineering Recruitment on

Keywords: Workshop Manager, Production Manager, Joinery Manager, Manufacturing Lead, Workshop Supervisor, Joinery Workshop, Production Control, Manufacturing Operations, Team Leadership, Lincolnshire, Workshop Operations, Process Improvement.

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