Sheet Metal Foreman
Job in
Sittingbourne, Kent County, ME10, England, UK
Listed on 2026-09-11
Listing for:
Candidate Source
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-11
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Production Manager, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations
Job Description & How to Apply Below
One of the largest subcontract precision sheet metal manufacturers in the South East are seeking a Sheet Metal Foreman to join their team in Sittingbourne. They cover fabrication, welding, finishing and mechanical assembly of components and sub - assemblies in ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
As Sheet Metal Foreman you will:- Take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the factory floor.
- Supervise production teams.
- Co-ordinate workflow.
- Solve production issues.
- Ensure customer delivery dates are achieved.
- Manage the daily running of the sheet metal production department.
- Allocate work to team leaders and operators based on priorities.
- Support Team Leaders with technical and operational issues.
- Coach and develop employees to improve skills and performance.
- Assist with recruitment, onboarding and training of new employees.
- Conduct probation reviews and performance
- Review production schedules daily.
- Ensure materials, drawings, tooling and consumables are available before work starts.
- Support process improvements and new manufacturing methods.
- Liaise with Production Manager, Engineering, Quality, Purchasing, Stores and Team Leaders.
- Previous experience supervising a sheet metal manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of Laser Cutting, Punch Press, Press Brake, MIG/TIG Welding and Assembly.
- Ability to read engineering drawings.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
- Lean Manufacturing, 3S/5S, IOSH Managing Safely, First Aid, Forklift Licence, ERP/MRP experience.
- Highly organised and self-motivated.
- Excellent attention to detail.
In return you will receive a salary of £41,000 - £48,000 per annum plus:
- 4% matching pension after 3 months
- Training opportunities
- Extra holiday with service
- Bi-annual profit share
- Free tea & coffee
- Private healthcare after 6 months
- Two paid physio sessions annually
- Subsidised gym membership
- Career progression
- 23 days holidays plus bank Holidays (3-4 days saved for Christmas shut down).
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