Production Manager (Joinery)

Brief Outline We are currently recruiting for a Production Manager / Workshop Manager with a background in joinery/furniture. This is an exciting opportunity to join a passionate and fast paced, well established and growing company, working in a friendly and creative team environment with excellent career progression opportunities. About our Client Our client manufactures and installs a wide range of both high-quality bespoke joinery for specialist clients and standard joinery for all project  types and sectors within the industry.About the Role Be responsible for all operations of the factory, which includes ensuring production is on target, optimize production flow, and maintain the highest of quality of each product. Manage end-to-end relationships with all production departments and teams where necessary. Present strategies for best practices. Reevaluate and optimize production systems. Follow and monitor all orders in production. Create stock control and manage accordingly with the Warehouse team. Work collaboratively with Floor Manager and Office to resolve any issues on a daily basis and plan new production workloads to ensure efficient and effective support. Continually improve and develop production processes and protocols to prevent repeat problems and improve efficiency. Oversee budgets for buying department and assist with best practices to secure favorable costs on materials. Contribute to strategic planning process by setting and delivering against KPI’s. Oversee the entire production chain from receipt of production order to final quality control. Look to improve production processes and team management control. Create, update and implement job descriptions and workflow. Handle all HR related matters including recruitment. Be responsible for Health & Safety for the factory and implement best practice procedures to ensure a safe and healthy work environment.About the Candidate Background in joinery manufacturing experience  IT literate with sound experience using Microsoft Office. Strong people management skills. Thorough understanding of all production principles and systems. Strong organisational skills. Excellent time keeping and ability to meet deadlines. Ability to work under pressure both individually and as part of a team. Organised and professional, capable of working on multiple projects simultaneously without compromising on accuracy. Attention to detail and a good understanding of technical/production drawings.Points of Appeal Autonomy in the role  Competitive salary and bonus scheme Well established and growing company with a stable team  Clear path to more senior positions within the company