Manufacturing Manager (Sofa and Upholstered Furniture)

Designation: Manufacturing Manager (Sofa and Upholstered Furniture)

Location:

Job Summary:

Manufacturing Manager

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the

  day-to-day production

  of sofa and upholstered furniture to meet quality, cost, and delivery targets.

• Plan and schedule production

  activities in coordination with demand forecasts and inventory levels.
• Manage and lead a team of

  supervisors, upholsterers, carpenters, tailors, and quality inspectors

  .
• Ensure the efficient use of materials, equipment, and manpower to achieve production goals.
• Monitor

  quality control

  processes and implement corrective actions to reduce defects and rework.
• Collaborate with

  design, engineering, procurement, and sales

  teams for new product development and process improvements.
• Implement and enforce

  health & safety

  and compliance regulations on the shop floor.
• Drive

  lean manufacturing practices

  and continuous improvement initiatives (5S).
• Manage vendor/supplier relationships relevant to the manufacturing process.
• Recommend and assist in capital equipment purchases and maintenance planning.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in

  Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Management, Furniture Design

  , or related field. Diploma or equivalent experience acceptable for senior trades-based candidates.

• 10 years

  of experience in furniture manufacturing, with at least

  5 years in a managerial role

  , preferably in upholstered or sofa production.
• Strong knowledge of

  sofa production processes

  including frame making, cutting, sewing, foaming, and upholstery.
• Familiarity with

  manufacturing ERP systems

  , production scheduling software, and quality management systems.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and communication skills.
• Ability to analyse data and optimize processes for efficiency and cost control.
• Knowledge of

  materials (wood, foam, fabric, leather, etc.)

  used in sofa manufacturing.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with

  lean manufacturing

  , Six Sigma, or similar methodologies is an advantage.