On Line Personnel

Overview Job Position: Operational Production Manager Ref: 5162 Location: Bedford (Eastern Cape) Salary: R to R per month CTC commensurate with experience and qualifications + performance based incentives Email your CV to Looking for a hands-on Operational Production Manager to take full ownership of the factory, production processes, quality standards and workshop team Qualifications / Requirements 5+ years' experience in furniture manufacturing OR woodworking/joinery OR factory production management in a craft-based environment Proven experience managing artisans or skilled production teams and quality-driven manufacturing processes Strong understanding of wood types, joinery, finishing techniques and machinery used in furniture production Desirable Experience Experience working with independent contractors Experience with production-based remuneration models Exposure to small-to-medium manufacturing businesses Experience with custom or semi-bespoke furniture Sales or client-facing experience in a manufacturing or craft environment Qualifications (Preferred but not Essential) Trade qualification in woodworking, cabinet making, or joinery OR production/operations management qualification OR demonstrable practical experience in lieu of formal qualification Key Performance Areas Factory and production management: Manage day-to-day operations of the furniture factory; plan and schedule production based on confirmed orders; allocate work to artisans and track progress against deadlines Quality control and brand standards Contractor and staff leadership Job card and order management Client and sales support Stock, materials and machinery oversight: Monitor wood usage, wastage, and offcuts; ensure materials are available for uninterrupted production; oversee machinery maintenance and report capital needs