Machine Shop Supervisor, £42,000 to £45,000 DOE, East Kilbride, Annual Profit‑Share Bonus + Share Purchase Plan

Machine Shop Supervisor searching for your next challenge? Join a leading precision engineering workshop in East Kilbride where you'll take a hands‑on role managing, encouraging and motivating a mixed team of machine operators and welders to produce high‑quality components to tight tolerances, all within optimal timeframes.

Machine Shop Supervisor Job Benefits:

* Competitive Salary Package: £42,000-£45,000 per year (depending on experience)

* Annual Profit‑Share Bonus: Rewarded for your contribution to company performance

* Share Purchase Plan: Opportunity to invest in and benefit from the company's growth

* Working Hours: 39 hours per week, Monday-Friday with an early finish each Friday

* Day Shift: Consistent daytime schedule for work-life balance

* Modern Facility: Fully equipped workshop in East Kilbride

Machine Shop Supervisor Role Key Responsibilities:

* Team Leadership: Supervise, coach and develop machine operators and welders to meet production targets

* Machine Setup & Operation: Assist with horizontal boring machines, lathes, milling machines and drills

* Drawing Interpretation: Read and interpret mechanical detail drawings to define machining requirements

* Quality Control: Inspect and measure work throughout the manufacturing process to ensure compliance with tight engineering tolerances

* Workflow Management: Monitor job progress, allocate resources and adjust schedules to meet deadlines

* Health & Safety: Maintain a safe, clean and efficient workshop environment

Machine Shop Supervisor Skills & Requirements:

* Previous experience as a machine operator with demonstrated supervisory or team‑lead skills

* Proficiency in reading mechanical detail drawings and understanding machining specifications

* Hands‑on experience operating a range of machine tools, specialising in conventional horizontal boring

* Ability to inspect and measure own work to guarantee accuracy throughout production

Advantageous (Desirable):

* Experience using a Kern Richard SH75 or similar horizontal boring machine

* Counterbalance forklift truck licence

* Overhead crane operation competency for loading and unloading parts

* Knowledge of safe working practices within a machine shop environment

Note: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role