Factory Manager - Joinery
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Job Summary The Factory Manager – Joinery is responsible for overseeing all manufacturing operations within the joinery workshop, ensuring efficient production of high-quality woodwork and custom furniture.
Manage day-to-day factory operations including production, planning, and workforce supervision Oversee the manufacturing of joinery items such as cabinetry, doors, wardrobes, and custom woodwork Develop and implement production schedules to meet…
Bachelor's degree or diploma in Engineering, Manufacturing, Wood Technology, or related field Minimum 5–8 years of experience in joinery or wood manufacturing, with at least 2–3 years in a managerial role Strong knowledge of joinery processes,…
The Factory Manager – Joinery is responsible for overseeing all manufacturing operations within the joinery workshop, ensuring efficient production of high-quality woodwork and custom furniture. This role involves managing production teams, optimizing workflows, maintaining quality standards,
and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
Responsibilities
~1 min read- → Manage day-to-day factory operations including production, planning, and workforce supervision
- → Oversee the manufacturing of joinery items such as cabinetry, doors, wardrobes, and custom woodwork
- → Develop and implement production schedules to meet project deadlines
- → Ensure quality control standards are maintained across all stages of production
- → Coordinate with design, project management, and site teams for smooth execution
- → Monitor and optimize production efficiency, minimizing waste and downtime
- → Manage procurement of materials (wood, hardware, finishes) and inventory levels
- → Ensure proper maintenance of machinery and equipment
- → Enforce health & safety regulations and best practices within the factory
- → Lead, train, and evaluate factory staff including carpenters, machine operators, and supervisors
- → Control production costs and contribute to budget planning
- → Troubleshoot production issues and implement continuous improvement initiatives
Requirements
~1 min read- Bachelor's degree or diploma in Engineering, Manufacturing, Wood Technology, or related field
- Minimum 5–8 years of experience in joinery or wood manufacturing, with at least 2–3 years in a managerial role
- Strong knowledge of joinery processes, materials, and finishes
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- In-depth understanding of joinery production techniques and machinery (CNC, edge banding, cutting, assembly)
- Excellent planning and organizational skills
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Knowledge of quality control and production optimization
- Familiarity with technical drawings and shop drawings
- Cost control and budgeting skills
Location & Eligibility
Listing Details
- First seen
- May 5, 2026
- Last seen
- May 7, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 0
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 42%
- Scored at
- May 6, 2026
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