Our client is a headquartered in Navi Mumbai, India, is a premier manufacturer of high-quality Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment (FF&E) solutions tailored for the hospitality industry.
Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Production Manager to lead and oversee the production operations of our furniture company. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring the efficient and high-quality manufacturing of furniture products, maintaining strict adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Production Planning and Scheduling:
o Develop and implement production plans and schedules to meet business objectives.
o Coordinate with the sales and design teams to align production goals with customer requirements.
2. Team Management and Supervision:
o Lead, mentor, and manage production teams to achieve high performance and productivity.
o Ensure proper staffing, training, and delegation of responsibilities.
3. Quality Control and Assurance:
o Oversee the implementation of quality control procedures to maintain product excellence.
o Conduct regular inspections to ensure compliance with quality standards.
4. Process Optimization and Efficiency:
o Identify and implement process improvements to enhance production efficiency.
o Analyze production workflows and eliminate bottlenecks.
5. Inventory Management:
o Monitor and manage raw materials and finished goods inventory to minimize waste and shortages.
o Ensure proper inventory tracking and maintain accurate records.
6. Cost Control and Budgeting:
o Prepare and manage production budgets to control costs effectively.
o Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising product quality.
7. Reporting and Documentation:
o Maintain comprehensive production reports and documentation for management review.
o Provide regular updates on production status, challenges, and achievements.
8. Troubleshooting and Problem Solving:
o Address and resolve production issues promptly to minimize downtime.
o Develop contingency plans for unexpected challenges in the production process.
Qualifications and Skills:
· Bachelors degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Management, or a related field.
· Proven experience (15+ years) in production management, preferably in the furniture manufacturing industry.
· Strong leadership and team management skills.
· In-depth knowledge of production planning, quality control, and inventory management.
· Proficiency in using production management tools and software.
· Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
· Strong communication and interpersonal skills.