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Build Your Future at BCW
At BCW Group, people are at the heart of our success. From apprentices to senior engineers, production leaders to support teams, every individual plays a vital role in delivering the quality, innovation and reliability that our customers depend on.
TEAM BCW
Where Talent Meets Opportunity
As a fast-growing, vertically integrated UK manufacturer, we offer rewarding careers, long-term progression and the chance to work on exciting programmes across automotive, aerospace, defence and advanced industrial sectors.
We are committed to creating opportunities for all, supporting regional economic growth and providing a workplace where people feel valued, supported and proud to be part of Team BCW.
CURRENT EMPLOYEES
Over 300
Why Work at BCW?
People join BCW for many reasons, but they stay because of our culture.
At BCW you will find:
- A supportive team environment where you are treated with respect
- Opportunities to grow, develop and progress in your career
- Access to modern facilities, advanced technology and high-value engineering programmes
- Stability through long-standing customer partnerships
- A culture that celebrates improvements, ideas and innovation
- A workplace built around safety, wellbeing and genuine teamwork
Production Shift Manager
Hourly Rate: £15–£18 per hour
Shift: Double days – 06:00–14:00 / 14:00–22:00 (37.5 hrs/week)
We are seeking a Production Shift Manager to lead shift operations, ensuring safety, quality, and production targets are consistently achieved in line with BCW Business Management System (BMS) requirements.
You will drive performance, efficiency, and continuous improvement across the shift while supporting KPI delivery and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage shift production teams, resources, and performance
Deliver OEE, SQCDIP, and wider production KPIs
Ensure safe working practices, HSE compliance, and quality standards
Manage production planning, staffing, absence, and performance
Support downtime resolution and liaise with engineering/maintenance
Drive continuous improvement and structured problem solving
Oversee TPM Level 1 and production asset care activities
Skills & Experience
Strong leadership and people management skills
Manufacturing experience (mechanical engineering preferred)
Understanding of CNC processes and 2D engineering drawings
Experience using OEE and production performance tools
Strong problem-solving and communication skills
Solid understanding of HSE and quality standards
Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Experience Required
3+ years in a production/manufacturing leadership role
GCSE / NVQ Level 2–3 / BTEC Level 3 (or equivalent)
Key Focus Areas
Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, People (SQCDIP)
OEE performance (target 80%)
Continuous improvement and operational efficiency
- Burnley, Lancashire
- permanent
- Immediate Start 18/12/2025
- mon — fri : 6:00 am — 2:00 am
- mon — fri : 2:00 pm — 10:00 pm
Career opportunities watchlist
BCW Group work across multiple industry sectors including Automotive, Electric vehicles, Mining, Defence and more. In line with the needs of the business we generally recruit for the following positions.
- Accounts & Finance
- Machine and Production Operatives
- Robotics Engineers
- Warehouse Operatives
- Design Engineers
- Maintenance Engineers
- Skilled CNC Millers and Turners
- FLT Drivers
- Quality Engineers & Inspectors
- Supply Chain & Purchasing
YOUR CAREER. YOUR DEVELOPMENT. YOUR FUTURE.
We Believe in Developing People at Every Stage of Their Career
Apprenticeships
Our apprenticeship programme provides a pathway into engineering, operations and business services. Apprentices gain hands-on experience, industry qualifications and long-term career opportunities within the BCW Group.
Training and Upskilling
We offer ongoing skills development across machining, fabrication, assembly, surface treatments, quality and specialist disciplines such as automation and control systems.
Enginerring Excellence
Life at BCW
We are proud of the culture we have built collaborative, inclusive and driven.
Life at BCW includes:
- Working within a close-knit team that supports each other
- Opportunities to work on exciting engineering programmes
- Community engagement through charity events and local partnerships
- Social activities that bring the team together
- A company that recognises and celebrates achievements
We want every person at BCW to feel part of something bigger, a team shaping the future of UK manufacturing.
Supporting People. Supporting Our Region.
BCW is committed to good growth that supports people, communities and long-term regional prosperity.
Our approach aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals 8, 9 and 10 through:
- Creating skilled, high-value manufacturing employment
- Offering accessible career pathways into engineering
- Supporting diversity and inclusion across all departments
- Contributing to Lancashire’s industrial resilience and economic growth
- Providing training and progression opportunities for all employees
We believe that a sustainable industrial future depends on creating opportunities for people — and we are proud to play our part.
Join Team BCW
Candidate Waiting List
If you are ambitious, committed and ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.
Explore our latest opportunities or send us your CV to be considered for future roles.
BCW Group in Numbers
25m+
PARTS PRODUCED ANNUALLY
250+
verified global PARTNERSHIPS
100+
HIGH SPEC CNC MACHINES
60
years of manufacturing experience
300+
STAFF ACROSS 2 LOCATIONS
300,000+
sq. ft of factory floor space
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