Workshop Manager

Workshop Manager

Location: Hemel HempsteadSalary: £60,000 - £75,000 (DOE)Contract: Full-time, permanentReports to: Production Director

About Quest Joinery

At Quest Joinery, we deliver exceptional bespoke joinery with a relentless focus on detail, craftsmanship, and service. Our reputation is built on turning clients' visions into reality while maintaining a collaborative, professional, and high-performing workshop environment.

The Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Workshop Manager to take full responsibility for all manufacturing processes within our purpose-built workshop.

This is a pivotal leadership position, overseeing production planning, quality control, team development, and cost management.

As the driving force behind workshop operations, you will lead a talented team, ensure safe and efficient working practices, and deliver high-quality finished goods that support business growth and uphold Quest Joinery's reputation for excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of workshop production, including planning, scheduling, quality assurance, and cost control.• Lead and inspire a diverse team of supervisors, joiners, machinists, and finishers, fostering a culture of pride and teamwork.• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards across the workshop.• Maintain workshop equipment and facilities to support operational efficiency.• Collaborate with logistics and pre-construction teams to ensure seamless delivery of projects.• Oversee recruitment, training, and development of staff and apprentices.• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimise productivity and maintain high standards.

Skills & Experience

• Extensive experience managing a joinery or manufacturing workshop.• Proven leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop teams.• Strong knowledge of health & safety legislation and best practices.• Exceptional organisational and communication abilities.• Results-driven with a focus on operational excellence and delivering to deadline.• Commercially aware, with the ability to manage costs and resources effectively.

Why Join Us

• Competitive salary (£60,000 - £75,000 DOE)• Discretionary performance-related bonus• Life insurance• Health insurance• Company pension• Ongoing training and personal development opportunities• The chance to lead within a respected company known for quality and detail

How to Apply

If you are an experienced leader with a passion for craftsmanship, operational excellence, and driving team success, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and play a key role in shaping the future of our workshop!

No agencies please.