Manager
Redhut CNC | Combs, Stowmarket, Suffolk | £30,000 – £40,000 (DOE) + Bonus
About Redhut CNC
Redhut CNC is a dynamic, growing manufacturing business based in Suffolk, UK. We deliver precision CNC machining, laser cutting, 3D printing, and product design services to clients across furniture, marine, automotive, events, retail, and rapid prototyping sectors. We're proud of our reputation for fast turnaround, high-quality results, and close collaboration with our customers.
As we continue to grow, we're looking for an experienced and motivated Manager to join the team and take ownership of our day-to-day operations.
The Role
You will lead and manage workshop operations, ensuring jobs are delivered on time, to spec, and to the high standards our clients expect. This is a hands-on management role - you'll be working closely with the team, interpreting technical drawings, troubleshooting challenges, and driving continuous improvement across the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, motivate, and manage the workshop team to achieve operational and business goals
- Oversee day-to-day workshop operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and on-time delivery
- Read and review engineering and technical drawings to identify manufacturing challenges and provide recommendations
- Develop and implement strategies to grow business opportunities and optimise workshop processes
- Monitor financial performance including budgeting, cost control, and forecasting
- Manage sales targets
- Ensure full compliance with company policies, health & safety regulations, and legal requirements
- Analyse market trends to identify new opportunities and drive continuous improvement
- Foster a positive, collaborative work environment that encourages high performance
Essential Criteria
To be considered for this role, you must be able to demonstrate:
- Proven experience in an operational or workshop management role
- Strong mechanical knowledge with the ability to read and interpret complex technical/engineering drawings
- Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop staff
- Strong organisational skills and ability to manage day-to-day workshop operations efficiently
- Sound understanding of health & safety regulations and compliance requirements
- Excellent problem-solving skills with strong logical thinking capabilities
- High attention to detail and commitment to delivering quality work
- Confident communicator - able to work from verbal, written, and technical instructions
- Able to manage budgets, monitor costs, and contribute to financial performance
Desirable Criteria
The following experience would strengthen your application:
- Experience in a CNC machining, laser cutting, 3D printing, or related manufacturing environment
- Proficiency in Fusion 360 and/or other CAD/CAM software
- Experience analysing market trends and identifying business development opportunities
- Familiarity with sales targets, merchandising strategies, or promotional activities
- Experience managing customer relationships and ensuring high levels of satisfaction
- Background in rapid prototyping, pattern making or furniture
Salary & Details
- Salary: £30,000 – £40,000 depending on experience + performance based bonus structure
- Location: Unit 13, Combs Tannery, Combs, Suffolk, IP14 2EN
- Job type: Permanent
- Start date: August 2026 with interviews to be scheduled ASAP
How to Apply
Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience. Applications should be sent to [email protected] or via this Indeed listing.
We welcome applications from candidates at all levels of experience - if you're passionate about manufacturing and want to grow with a brilliant small business, we'd love to hear from you
Pay: £30,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
