The role will suit someone with strong technical knowledge of cabinetmaking and bespoke joinery who is comfortable managing skilled tradespeople, production programmes, quality and workshop performance.
Responsibilities
Manage workflow across all workshop production departments
Plan production around agreed project and installation programmes
Allocate and brief work to cabinet makers and production staff
Monitor workshop capacity, labour requirements and production progress
Identify and resolve delays, technical issues and production risks
Lead production meetings and provide progress updates
Review drawings and production information before manufacture
Advise on manufacturing methods, materials, sequencing and buildability
Oversee quality control throughout the manufacturing process
Manage rework and investigate recurring quality issues
Coordinate outsourced items including upholstery, metalwork and specialist finishes
Monitor materials, stock, machinery and workshop equipment
Maintain a safe, organised and efficient workshop environment
Lead, mentor and develop workshop staff
Take responsibility for workshop health and safety procedures
Requirements
Previous Production Manager, Workshop Manager or Manufacturing Manager experience
Background within bespoke joinery, furniture manufacture or high-quality interiors manufacturing
Strong knowledge of cabinetmaking and joinery production methods
Ability to read detailed construction drawings and Bills of Materials
Experience managing skilled workshop teams
Strong production planning and organisational skills
Good understanding of quality control procedures
Appropriate health and safety knowledge or training
Comfortable using Microsoft Office and production or project management systemsThis is a strong opportunity for an experienced workshop professional looking to take ownership of production within a high-quality bespoke manufacturing environment
Salary description
£50000.00 - £60000.00 per year