Sheet Metal Foreman

Lead a skilled manufacturing team, drive OTIF performance, improve quality and productivity, and play a key role in continuous improvement. Strong sheet metal fabrication background required. Apply today!

Sheet Metal Foreman

Sittingbourne
Salary: £20-£23 per hour (DOE)

Full-time, Permanent

The Opportunity

Morgan Jones is recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing manufacturing business seeking an experienced Sheet Metal Foreman to lead daily factory operations. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will oversee production activities, support and develop employees, and ensure products are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.

Why Join Our Client?

• Competitive hourly rate of £20-£23 DOE
• Key leadership position within a successful manufacturing business
• Opportunity to influence performance, quality and continuous improvement
• Supportive and professional working environment
• Long-term career development opportunities

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day running of the sheet metal production department
• Allocate labour and resources to meet production priorities
• Monitor workflow, productivity and delivery performance
• Lead, motivate and develop production teams
• Conduct daily briefings and support team leaders
• Ensure customer specifications and quality standards are achieved
• Investigate production and quality issues and implement corrective actions
• Maintain high standards of health, safety and housekeeping
• Review schedules and monitor work in progress
• Liaise with Engineering, Quality, Purchasing and Stores teams
• Drive Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
• Track KPIs including OTIF, labour productivity, quality and machine utilisation

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 3-5 years' experience supervising within a sheet metal manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of laser cutting, punch press, press brake, MIG/TIG welding and assembly
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Excellent leadership, communication and problem-solving skills
• Experience using root cause analysis techniques such as 5 Whys
• Organised, hands-on and confident working under pressure

Desirable

• Lean Manufacturing experience
• 3S/5S knowledge
• IOSH Managing Safely
• First Aid qualification
• Forklift licence
• ERP/MRP system experience

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