Production Manager
Corporate Staffing
Main duties
Our client is a furniture production company dedicated to crafting high-quality furniture pieces for our valued customers. With a focus on innovation, craftsmanship, and customer satisfaction, they take pride in delivering superior products that enhance living spaces.
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Production Manager to join the team. The Production Manager will play a key role in overseeing production operations and ensuring the efficient manufacturing of furniture products while prioritizing safety protocols and procedures.
Responsibilities:
- Ensures that the wood, upholstery, metal, and other materials used in production meet the factory’s quality standards.
- Work with suppliers to ensure that only high-quality raw materials are delivered for production.
- Oversee production processes to ensure that the furniture is being made according to design specifications, safety regulations, and quality guidelines.
- Be involved in monitoring of assembling, cutting, sanding, and finishing stages.
- Conducts various tests on furniture to ensure durability, functionality, and safety. This includes testing for weight tolerance, balance, and structural integrity.
- Check for defects like sharp edges, splinters, and uneven surfaces.
- Inspect the final products for any visible defects, such as scratches, poor workmanship, alignment issues, or improper finishes.
- Verify that the product matches design specifications and ensure that the appearance and function meet the expected standards of the clients.
- Maintain detailed records of inspections, tests, and production issues. These records are used for quality reporting and continuous improvement.
- Provide feedback to the production team to address any recurring issues or areas for improvement.
- Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) and quality control processes to ensure consistency in production.
- Provides training to production staff on quality standards, manufacturing best practices, and safety regulations.
- Ensure that workers understand how to avoid defects and maintain high standards throughout the production process.
- Investigate customer complaints related to product defects or quality issues, and work on corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
- Improving the overall production process by identifying inefficiencies and suggesting improvements to reduce waste, enhance productivity, and increase product quality.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Industrial Management, or a related field.
- Proven experience of 3 years in a production management role, preferably in the furniture manufacturing or production industry.
- Strong understanding of safety regulations and practices in a production environment.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced production environment.
- Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and continuous improvement.
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