Workshop Manager

Greco Developments holds a unique trait. While being a manufacturer, we are in fact, and always have been, a service company at heart. With dedicated personnel committed to providing quality equipment in short time frames. We have become a go to supplier for major clients across the world. Over 35 years of design and manufacturing experience enables us to offer an array of products to the Diving, ROV, Survey and Aquaculture markets. Built with the end user in mind we offer plug and play cabling solutions for divers camera and comms systems. Robust designs built to last in harsh environments, they have become a staple over the years for all major SAT contractors and more recently civil diving firms also.

Greco are looking to hire a Workshop Manager. The Workshop Manager will lead, manage and coordinate all day-to-day workshop activities to ensure production targets are met in full, on time, and to the highest standards of quality and safety. This is a hands-on role responsible for managing people, processes, and equipment on the shop floor to meet operational goals in alignment with the wider business strategy.

Education

• A relevant technical qualification (e.g. NVQ, HNC/HND, apprenticeship) in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field is desirable but not essential.
• A degree in Operations Management, Manufacturing Engineering, or a similar discipline would be advantageous; equivalent practical experience will also be considered.
• Exposure to industry-recognised methodologies or certifications (such as Lean, Six Sigma, IOSH/NEBOSH, or 5S/Kaizen) would be beneficial, though full training can be provided.

Experience

• Proven experience in a supervisory or team leader role within a manufacturing or production workshop environment.
• Hands-on background in cable assembly, connectors, or precision assembly manufacturing required.
• Track record of managing daily production schedules, output targets, and quality standards on the shop floor.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams including quality, stores, planning, and engineering support.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop shop floor teams in a high-mix, low-to-medium volume production setting.
• Experience in implementing lean manufacturing practices and driving continuous improvement initiatives in a practical environment.

Knowledge

• Solid understanding of production workflows, material control, and shop floor scheduling.
• Good awareness of ISO 9001, and Health & Safety standards (ISO 45001 or similar).
• Awareness with lean tools and continuous improvement practices such as 5S, Kaizen, Root Cause Analysis, and visual management.
• Awareness of operational KPIs such as OTIF, yield, and downtime.
• Understanding of equipment maintenance principles and asset care within a manufacturing environment.
• Basic knowledge of ERP or MRP systems to support production planning and material availability.

Skills

• Strong team leadership and hands-on supervision skills in a workshop environment.
• Able to lead by example with a practical, proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written, for shop floor and interdepartmental collaboration.
• Competent in using Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word); familiarity with ERP systems is an advantage.
• Skilled in organising workloads, prioritising tasks, and managing changing production demands.
• Ability to coach and develop team members to build multi-skilled, high-performing teams.
• Focused on delivering quality, safety, and efficiency through structured processes and a culture of accountability.
• Comfortable working under pressure and capable of making quick, informed decisions on the shop floor.

Job Responsibilities

Workshop Operations & Product Quality: 

• Lead daily operations of the cable assembly workshop, ensuring all builds are completed on time, to the correct specification, and in full compliance with customer requirements.
• Ensure production activities adhere to ISO 9001 quality standards and internal work instructions, with a strong focus on right-first-time assembly.
• Supervise connector-related tasks including crimping, soldering, termination, potting, and testing.
• Maintain accurate production documentation and support traceability requirements for all assemblies.
• Monitor workshop practices to ensure high product quality and minimal rework or non-conformances.

Team Leadership & Development: 

• Supervise, guide, and support a team of Technicians, ensuring appropriate task allocation, skills utilisation, and output.
• Conduct daily briefings and regular one-to-ones to maintain engagement, address issues, and review performance.
• Support the training and development of the team through mentoring, competency skills assessments, and cross-training plans.
• Promote a strong culture of health and safety, ensuring all incidents or near misses are reported and actioned.

Material Readiness & Workflow Management: 

• Coordinate with Supply Chain to ensure all materials, components, and tools required for connector builds are available and of the correct quality.
• Monitor work-in-progress (WIP) levels and ensure smooth workflow to meet production targets.
• Identify and escalate material shortages, equipment faults, or process blockers in a timely manner.
• Support inventory control by ensuring accurate part usage, traceability, and stock return procedures are followed.

Performance Monitoring & Continuous Improvement: 

• Monitor workshop performance metrics such as output, yield, downtime, and on-time delivery (OTIF).
• Lead root cause analysis for any quality or delivery issues, implementing corrective and preventive actions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives on the shop floor using Lean tools (5S, visual management, waste reduction).
• Encourage team involvement in problem-solving and efficiency improvement projects.

Communication & Cross-Functional Collaboration: 

• Act as the key link between the workshop and departments including Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Sales.
• Attend daily and weekly production meetings to provide updates on workshop progress, risks, and resource needs.
• Ensure effective communication both upwards to the General Manager and downwards to the shop floor team.
• Support the successful introduction of new products and process changes by collaborating with relevant stakeholders and ensuring production readiness.