Workshop Manager (Brush Ferrules)

An industrial company specializing in manufacturing and surface treatment processes, particularly in the production of ferrules and electroplating operations. Present on the local market for over 50 years, the company currently employs 519 employees and follows a strong commitment to quality, industrial performance, and continuous improvement, with high standards in safety, compliance, and innovation

The Workshop Manager is responsible for the overall management of the ferrule workshop, including electroplating and mechanical manufacturing operations. He/She ensures product quality, adherence to production deadlines, team safety, and continuous optimization of industrial processes, while providing effective operational leadership to the teams.

Key Responsibilities

Industrial Process Management

• Supervise electroplating processes in compliance with quality standards and production schedules.

• Manage and optimize plating parameters to achieve the required finishes and material properties.

• Oversee ferrule manufacturing operations, including swaging, polishing, annealing, conical forming, brushing, and surface preparation.

• Ensure proper design, use, and maintenance of tooling (dies, mandrels, tools) to guarantee dimensional accuracy and product consistency.

• Coordinate workflows between mechanical workshops and electroplating lines to meet delivery deadlines.

Team Management

• Lead a team of approximately 30 technicians and operators (electroplating and ferrule manufacturing).

• Ensure training, coaching, and continuous skills development of team members.

• Allocate tasks, monitor individual and team performance, and foster collaboration to achieve production objectives.

Quality Control

• Implement and enforce robust quality control procedures.

• Perform or supervise regular inspections and tests to ensure compliance with internal standards and customer requirements.

Equipment Maintenance

• Supervise maintenance of electroplating lines, polishing machines, swaging presses, and industrial furnaces.

• Work closely with maintenance teams to quickly resolve technical incidents and minimize production downtime.

Safety and Compliance

• Ensure strict compliance with safety regulations, environmental standards, and industrial protocols.

• Implement safe procedures for chemical handling, machine operation, and the maintenance of a healthy and secure work environment.

Continuous Improvement & Performance

• Identify opportunities for process improvement, cost reduction, and productivity optimization.

• Lead automation projects where relevant.

• Apply industrial best practices to improve production flow and reduce scrap and rework.