Workshop Manager

Posting date:	05 March 2026
Salary:	£55,000 to £65,000 per year
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	04 April 2026
Location:	CW6 0AP
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Luton Bennett
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	MC1551-10522

Summary

Workshop Manager (Manufacturing / Engineering)

Tarporley

£55,000 to £65,000 DOE + Benefits Package

Monday to Friday 08:00 to 16:30

Workshop Manager required for a growing manufacturing company based near Tarporley. This is a great opportunity to join a market leading company in an integral role as they continue to grow.

This role would suit an experienced manager with experience working within a manufacturing background. You will need an engineering background including experience with mechanical assembly, basic fabrication, welding and basic electrical wiring.

Overseeing a small workshop team, the Workshop Manager will be responsible for planning production activities and keeping the team motivated. This is a largely hands-on role, and you will support the team build and assembly equipment. It will be your responsibility to ensure production and quality targets are reached.

The Workshop Manager Role:

· Overseeing and motivating a workshop team 5-8 people

· Hands on focus – mechanical assembly, alignment, electrical wiring

· Planning and prioritising daily and weekly production scheduled

· Conduct performance reviews

· Continuous improvements – 5S, waste reduction, development of SOPs etc.

· Oversee quality and compliance including carrying out inspections and managing any non-conformances

· Ensure compliance with H&S

The Workshop Manager Candidate:

· Experience in a managerial role

· Manufacturing background

· Experience with mechanical fitting, welding, basic fabrication, basic wiring

· Experience with ISO9001 or other qc standards

· Able to read engineering drawings and schematics