Assistant Manager - Production (Joinery)

Job Description Roles & Responsibilities This production role is responsible for leading and controlling end-to-end manufacturing operations for luxury retail furniture and fit-out projects. The role demands strong leadership, strategic production planning, quality excellence, cost control, and cross-functional coordination to deliver premium products on time, within budget, and in line with international luxury brand standards. Key Responsibilities: Production Planning & Control ● Plan, organize, and control daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules aligned with project delivery timelines. ● Ensure optimum utilization of manpower, machinery, materials, and factory capacity. ● Manage multiple high-value retail projects simultaneously while meeting strict deadlines. ● Coordinate closely with Planning, Procurement, Design, and Project teams. People & Department Management ● Lead and manage a workforce of 300+ employees across multiple departments including Joinery, Metal, CNC, Paint, Polishing, Electricals, Acrylic, Printing and Finishing Assembly ● Set departmental targets, monitor productivity, and drive performance improvements. ● Identify manpower requirements and support recruitment, training, and skill development. ● Maintain discipline, motivation, and strong shop-floor leadership culture. Quality Management & Luxury Standards ● Ensure all products meet approved samples, drawings, and luxury retail brand quality standards. ● Implement and monitor robust QA/QC systems at each stage of production. ● Minimize rework, rejection, and customer complaints through proactive quality control. ● Coordinate mock-ups, first-article inspections, and client approvals. Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence ● Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality, production efficiency, and customer satisfaction. ● Reduce turn-around time (TAT) through workflow optimization, process re-engineering, and elimination of non–value-added activities. ● Implement lean manufacturing, Kaizen, and best-practice methodologies across departments. ● Analyze defects, rework, and downtime; conduct root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective and preventive actions. ● Standardize SOPs, work instructions, and quality checkpoints to improve consistency and repeatability. Value Engineering & Technical Support ● Lead value engineering initiatives to optimize design, materials, and manufacturing processes without compromising luxury aesthetics and performance. ● Work closely with Design, Engineering, and Procurement teams to propose cost-effective and manufacturable solutions. ● Evaluate alternative materials, finishes, and construction methods to improve cost and lead time. RFI & Pre‑Contract / Project Support ● Actively participate in RFI (Request for Information) processes by providing technical clarifications, production feasibility inputs, and manufacturing recommendations. ● Support pre‑tender and post‑award stages with production strategies, method statements, mock-ups, and timelines. ● Coordinate with Project and Site teams to ensure seamless transition from factory to installation. Cost Control & Efficiency ● Control production costs, material wastage, overtime, and overheads. ● Monitor KPIs such as productivity, efficiency, yield, machine utilization, and rejection rates. ● Drive cost-saving initiatives while maintaining premium quality standards. Health, Safety & Compliance ● Ensure strict adherence to HSE policies and safe working practices. ● Maintain machinery upkeep, housekeeping standards, and statutory compliance. ● Promote a strong safety-first culture across all departments. Reporting & MIS ● Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly production, manpower, and performance reports. ● Present production status, risks, and improvement plans to senior management. ● Track and report KPIs related to quality, delivery, cost, safety, and continuous improvement. Key Skills & Competencies: ● Strong leadership and people management skills ● In-depth knowledge of luxury furniture, joinery, upholstery, metal works, and high-end finishes ● Expertise in retail fit-out project execution ● Production planning, scheduling, and control ● Continuous improvement and lean manufacturing ● Value engineering and cost optimization ● Quality management and attention to detail ● Strong coordination, communication, and problem-solving skills Education: ● Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Production / Industrial / Manufacturing ● Certifications in Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma / PMP are an added advantage Preferred Industry Experience: ● Luxury Retail Furniture Manufacturing ● High-end Joinery & Interior Fit-Out ● Retail, Hospitality, or Branded Commercial Projects Desired Candidate Profile Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): ● On-time delivery performance ● Quality yield and rejection rate ● Turn-around time (TAT) reduction ● Cost savings through value engineering ● Workforce productivity and utilization ● Safety and compliance performance Employment Type Full Time Company Industry ArchitectureInterior Designing Department / Functional Area ProductionManufacturing Keywords Manufacturing ProcessesProduction PlanningWood Production Lead Get real-time job updates only on our App