Assembly Manager

Assembly Manager

Location: Gloucester
Salary: £40,000 plus shift premium DOE
Term: Permanent, Full‑Time
Shifts: Mon – Fri Rotating – 6am–2pm and 2pm–10pm

Overtime: Available and paid at a premium

We are delighted to be partnering with a leading, high‑volume manufacturer. As part of their ongoing growth, we are looking for an Assembly Manager to join their fast‑paced assembly operation to support with increased business demand.

Assembly Manager – Role Overview

As the Assembly Manager, you will lead a team within the Assembly department, ensuring production targets are met, workflows run smoothly, and quality standards remain consistently high. This is a hands‑on leadership role where your presence, energy, and ability to motivate a long‑standing workforce will be essential.

You will split your time between the shop floor and office, managing KPIs, supporting process improvements, and driving productivity in a fast‑moving environment where kitchens are delivered within 24 hours of order.

Key Responsibilities of the Assembly Manager

• Lead and motivate a team of 5–10 within the Assembly area
• Maintain output, quality, and safety KPIs across rotating shifts
• Hold individuals accountable while building trust within long‑serving teams
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean and 5S
• Align with the opposite shift manager to ensure consistent communication and workflow
• Ensure units are assembled in sequence and ready for delivery within tight timescales
• Identify inefficiencies, revamp SOPs, and implement process improvements
• Work closely with planning, production, and senior leadership teams

Experience & Skills Required

• Previous experience in manufacturing or production leadership
• Proven ability to manage tough or long‑standing teams
• Confidence and resilience - able to hold people accountable while remaining fair and approachable
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Experience working to KPIs and delivering against productivity targets
• Any exposure to lean, 5S, or continuous improvement methods is beneficial

Personal Attributes

• Energetic and proactive with a strong work ethic
• Able to command respect without being dictatorial
• Calm under pressure with a solution‑focused mindset
• Comfortable being highly visible on the shop floor
• Clear, confident communicator across a diverse workforce

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Enhanced overtime rates
• Health insurance and cash plan
• 23 days holiday bank holidays
• Generous Pension scheme
• EV charging, cycle‑to‑work scheme, Perkbox
• Fully funded management development programme
• A supportive induction with an experienced Assembly Shift Manager on site

If you are an experienced leader with a strong presence on the shop floor and a passion for driving performance, we would love to hear from you for this Assembly Manager position.

INDMAN

Due to the volume of applications, if you do not hear back within 5 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

To apply, please submit your CV.