Manufacturing Manager

Location: Manchester

Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

About the Role

We're looking for an experienced Manufacturing Manager to lead a busy wood workshop team and oversee the production. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll balance time on the shop floor with office-based planning and coordination. Overseeing risk assessment, HSE standards and work safe environments are being met.

You'll play a key part in ensuring projects run smoothly from sales order through to installation, maintaining exceptional standards of quality and on-time delivery.

Culture & Fit

We value a down-to-earth, adaptable approach and a sense of humour. You'll thrive in a close-knit team where variety and occasional challenges keep things interesting.

What We're Looking For

Essential:

* Proven experience in Wood Manufacturing

* Strong leadership skills with a hands-on approach

* Ability to manage workflow from sales order to installation

* Confident communicator with problem-solving skills across multiple stakeholders

* Skilled in resource planning and production coordination

* DBS check required (basic level)

Desirable:

* Management qualifications

* Knowledge of Lean, 5S, or Continuous Improvement practices

* Experience with installation logistics and project coordination

Key Responsibilities

* Manage day-to-day workshop operations, scheduling, and resource planning

* Act as the link between sales, design, and installation teams

* Ensure quality, safety, and timely delivery across all projects

* Oversee client-specific requirements such as colours, specifications, and delivery schedules

* Lead and support a team of skilled joiners, fostering a positive and productive environment