About the Role

Looking for an experienced Workshop Manager to oversee all production activities in their manufacturing facility — planning, coordinating, and controlling workshop operations to ensure quality, efficiency, safety, and on-time delivery of furniture orders.

Key Responsibilities

1. Production & Operations

• Plan and schedule daily production: cutting, joinery, assembly, sanding, finishing, upholstery
• Ensure production targets, lead times, and quality standards are met
• Optimize workflow and material usage to reduce waste

2. Team Leadership

• Supervise and train carpenters, machine operators, sprayers, upholsterers, and workshop assistants
• Assign tasks, monitor performance, and conduct skills development
• Maintain discipline, morale, and productivity

3. Quality Control

• Ensure all furniture meets company specifications and client requirements
• Conduct in-process and final quality checks on raw materials and finished products
• Address defects and implement corrective actions

4. Materials, Machines & Maintenance

• Monitor stock levels of timber, hardware, upholstery, adhesives, and finishes
• Coordinate with procurement for timely material supply
• Oversee maintenance and safe operation of woodworking machines (table saws, planers, sanders, spray booth)
• Ensure tools and equipment are well maintained and calibrated

5. Health, Safety & Compliance

• Enforce workshop safety policies, PPE use, and housekeeping standards
• Ensure compliance with labour laws and occupational health & safety regulations
• Manage waste disposal, dust extraction, and fire safety protocols

6. Reporting & Coordination

• Report daily/weekly production output, downtime, and issues to management
• Liaise with Sales, Design, Procurement, and Installation teams
• Prepare job cards, production schedules, and material requisitions

Requirements

• Diploma/Degree in Wood Technology, Carpentry, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• Minimum 5 years in furniture manufacturing, with at least 2 years in a supervisory/managerial role
• Strong knowledge of wood types, joinery, finishing, and upholstery
• Proficiency in reading technical drawings and cut lists
• Experience with woodworking machinery and workshop management
• Soft skills: leadership, problem-solving, time management, communication, attention to detail
• Must be hands-on and able to work in a production environment

How to Apply

If you think you are the person for either of these roles, please email your CV and cover letter to: