CNC Machine Shop Production Manager
TA-202
Posted: 10/02/2026
- £60000 to £65000 Per: annum
- Slimbridge, South West,
- Permanent
CNC Machine Shop Production Manager
CNC Milling & Turning | Sub-Contract Precision Engineering
We’re currently supporting a successful precision engineering business with the appointment of a CNC Machine Shop Production Manager ahead of the planned retirement of the current post-holder. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced CNC professional to step into a well-established role with strong foundations already in place.
The position will suit a well-rounded engineer who enjoys remaining close to the shop floor, whilst also taking ownership of planning, people and production.
A leading salary and benefits package is available, along with the opportunity to take advantage of a lengthy handover followed by the chance to then make the job your own.
Contract type: permanent from day one
Working hours: 07:45 – 16:30 Monday to Thursday, 07:45 – 12:30 Friday
Salary: As a guide, we’re looking to pay a basic salary in the region of £60,000. Please do get in touch with your requirements.
Company Profile
An established UK-based sub-contract precision CNC machining business operating from modern facilities and supplying precision-machined components to a broad customer base. The business has built a very good reputation for quality, reliability and technical capability across CNC milling and turning.
Working in partnership with many customers for decades has allowed the company to plan for the future.
With a clear long-term investment strategy in place, they have purchased brand new CNC mills and lathes annually, and this programme of ongoing capital investment is set to continue. As a result, you will be working with modern equipment and a business that is committed to continuous improvement.
With a stable workforce, a healthy order book, long term customer relationships built over many years and structured succession planning in place, this hire forms part of a carefully managed leadership transition.
Your Role - CNC Machine Shop Production Manager
As Production Manager, you’ll take responsibility for the smooth and efficient running of the CNC Machine Shop. The outgoing Production Manager will support your planned and orderly handover, allowing you time to fully understand existing processes, customer requirements and team dynamics.
Working closely with senior management and the shop floor team, you’ll act as the link between engineering, production planning and delivery.
Your key responsibilities will include:
About You - CNC Machine Shop Production Manager
You will have a sound precision engineering background and you’ll be comfortable taking ownership, whilst also valuing continuity, structure and teamwork.
You’re likely to bring:
What’s On Offer - CNC Machine Shop Production Manager
If you think this position might be the one for you…
Great, I’m pleased you’re interested. I’d love to hear from you.
You can either use the ‘apply’ button on this advert to send in your CV or you can send me an email asking for more information directly to Tom Andrews on tandrews @ meridianbs . co . uk tandrews(at)meridianbs(dot)co(dot)uk or call to ask any questions on 01242:246:020
Your next steps
We’ll start with an informal chat over the phone, where you can ask me any questions you like, to see if this job might be what you’re looking for. If you’re still keen, we’ll arrange an appointment for you, which will include a tour of the premises so you can see what the job’s really like. You'll be shown the products the company is making, the machines they use and the facilities as well (I think you’ll be impressed!).
I don’t have a CV…
Don’t worry, not everyone has a CV. I’ll be happy to help with this.
A note about confidentiality
Please be assured that I work in complete confidence.
Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy
CNC Milling & Turning | Sub-Contract Precision Engineering
We’re currently supporting a successful precision engineering business with the appointment of a CNC Machine Shop Production Manager ahead of the planned retirement of the current post-holder. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced CNC professional to step into a well-established role with strong foundations already in place.
The position will suit a well-rounded engineer who enjoys remaining close to the shop floor, whilst also taking ownership of planning, people and production.
A leading salary and benefits package is available, along with the opportunity to take advantage of a lengthy handover followed by the chance to then make the job your own.
Contract type: permanent from day one
Working hours: 07:45 – 16:30 Monday to Thursday, 07:45 – 12:30 Friday
Salary: As a guide, we’re looking to pay a basic salary in the region of £60,000. Please do get in touch with your requirements.
Company Profile
An established UK-based sub-contract precision CNC machining business operating from modern facilities and supplying precision-machined components to a broad customer base. The business has built a very good reputation for quality, reliability and technical capability across CNC milling and turning.
Working in partnership with many customers for decades has allowed the company to plan for the future.
With a clear long-term investment strategy in place, they have purchased brand new CNC mills and lathes annually, and this programme of ongoing capital investment is set to continue. As a result, you will be working with modern equipment and a business that is committed to continuous improvement.
With a stable workforce, a healthy order book, long term customer relationships built over many years and structured succession planning in place, this hire forms part of a carefully managed leadership transition.
Your Role - CNC Machine Shop Production Manager
As Production Manager, you’ll take responsibility for the smooth and efficient running of the CNC Machine Shop. The outgoing Production Manager will support your planned and orderly handover, allowing you time to fully understand existing processes, customer requirements and team dynamics.
Working closely with senior management and the shop floor team, you’ll act as the link between engineering, production planning and delivery.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Overseeing day-to-day production across CNC milling and turning and any associated tasks
- Prioritising and scheduling work to meet customer delivery targets
- Providing technical leadership to a small team of skilled machinists
- Supporting CNC programming both at the machine and via CAD/CAM software
- Maintaining high standards around quality, productivity and housekeeping
- Driving continuous improvement and process optimisation
- Working closely with senior managers and the sales team to offer machining insight for quoting, job planning and feasibility assessments
- Creating a positive, structured and professional shop floor environment
About You - CNC Machine Shop Production Manager
You will have a sound precision engineering background and you’ll be comfortable taking ownership, whilst also valuing continuity, structure and teamwork.
You’re likely to bring:
- Solid experience in CNC milling and turning within a sub-contract environment
- CNC programming capability at the machine and using CAD/CAM software
- An understanding of production planning, workflow and job prioritisation
- Experience in a supervisory, team lead, production management or similar role
- A practical, solutions-focused approach
- Good communication and organisational skills
- A commitment to quality, safety and continuous improvement
What’s On Offer - CNC Machine Shop Production Manager
- A senior operational role created through planned succession following the retirement of a Manager who has been with the company for decades
- Full handover and support to help you become fully established in your new role
- Career stability with a stable, well-invested precision engineering business
- Modern CNC machinery and continued capital investment
- Supportive working culture, reporting directly to company Directors
- Leading salary and benefits package, dependent on experience
- Long-term career prospects and job security
If you think this position might be the one for you…
Great, I’m pleased you’re interested. I’d love to hear from you.
You can either use the ‘apply’ button on this advert to send in your CV or you can send me an email asking for more information directly to Tom Andrews on tandrews @ meridianbs . co . uk tandrews(at)meridianbs(dot)co(dot)uk or call to ask any questions on 01242:246:020
Your next steps
We’ll start with an informal chat over the phone, where you can ask me any questions you like, to see if this job might be what you’re looking for. If you’re still keen, we’ll arrange an appointment for you, which will include a tour of the premises so you can see what the job’s really like. You'll be shown the products the company is making, the machines they use and the facilities as well (I think you’ll be impressed!).
I don’t have a CV…
Don’t worry, not everyone has a CV. I’ll be happy to help with this.
A note about confidentiality
Please be assured that I work in complete confidence.
Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy
