Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor

• Package: £42-45K depending on experience
• Working Pattern: Day Shift
• Benefits: Excellent benefits package including flexible working, health cash plan, life assurance, subsidised canteen, pension scheme, cycle to work & tech scheme, free on-site parking & cycle store, social events, recognition & long-service awards.

Westray Recruitment Group is pleased to be representing an established, family-owned engineering business. Deeply committed to its core values of family, integrity, and skills development, the company has built a strong reputation for excellence over the last 60+ years.

Specialising in small-to-large-scale precision engineering, our client serves high-integrity, demanding sectors- including defense, marine, rail, and power- exporting high-quality British manufacturing globally. Following recent investment in new plant machinery and facility upgrades, they are now seeking to expand their team within a clean, modern, and supportive working environment.

Reporting directly to the Managing Director / Head of Engineering, you will provide hands-on technical leadership and supervision across all production departments:

• Provide technical supervision and practical guidance to engineers and operators through regular shop floor engagement.
• Review and approve manufacturing documentation prior to production release.
• Lead technical input during contract reviews, identifying tooling, manufacturing methods, and potential production risks.
• Ensure production teams strictly follow approved manufacturing methods and QHSE requirements.
• Support tooling selection, process optimisation, and continuous improvement activities.
• Carry out stage inspections, support quality planning, NCR investigations, and root cause analysis alongside the Quality and Production teams.

• This is a fantastic opportunity for somebody with a machining background who wants to transition into a supervisory role.
• Technical Background: Strong experience in CNC machining, mechanical engineering, tooling, work holding, and production engineering.
• Quality & Systems: Solid knowledge of ISO 9001 quality systems and the ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and documentation.
• Key Traits: Technically credible, hands-on, methodical, organised, and calm under pressure with strong problem-solving skills.
• Communication & Tech: Strong digital skills, an interest in technology, and excellent communication skills to engage effectively across all business levels.
• Desirable
  
  Experience:
  
  Prior exposure to balancing, pressure testing, shot blasting/painting, or advanced metrology (training provided).