Furniture Production Manager

Company Overview

Staverton Ltd is a leading furniture manufacturer dedicated to designing and producing innovative office furniture solutions. We value creativity, quality, and flexibility, striving to meet our clients' unique needs through expert craftsmanship and cutting\-edge technology.
Summary

We are seeking a Furniture Production Manager to oversee our manufacturing operations in Rotherham. Based at our facility, you will play a vital role in ensuring efficient production processes that align with our commitment to quality and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of furniture production across wood\-based manufacturing processes.


• Drive Lean Manufacturing principles throughout the operation to improve productivity, reduce waste and maximise efficiency.


• Champion continuous improvement initiatives across production, quality, purchasing, logistics and people development.


• Ensure production targets are achieved while maintaining the highest standards of quality and customer service.


• Develop, coach and motivate production teams, creating a culture of accountability and engagement.


• Work closely with purchasing and supply chain teams to optimise material availability and inventory.


• Improve manufacturing processes through KPI analysis, root cause problem solving and structured improvement projects.


• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental standards.


• Manage budgets, labour utilisation and operational costs while delivering agreed business objectives.


• Qualifications


• Proven experience in furniture manufacturing or a related industry.


• Strong knowledge of ERP systems, particularly SAP.


• Excellent leadership and team management skills.


• Mechanical knowledge relevant to furniture assembly and production.


• Ability to analyze processes for continuous improvement.


• Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail.


• Familiarity with quality control procedures.


• Experience managing supply chain logistics is preferred.


• If you are ready to lead innovative furniture production with passion and precision, we invite you to bring your expertise to Staverton Ltd. Join us in shaping the future of workspace design.

You will be an experienced production leader with a proven track record in furniture or wood\-based manufacturing and a passion for developing people and improving performance.

You will have:

• Significant experience managing production within a wood\-based furniture manufacturing environment.


• Extensive knowledge of CNC machining, panel processing, assembly, finishing and upholstery (desirable).


• A strong Lean Manufacturing background with demonstrable success implementing continuous improvement programmes.


• Experience leading improvements across production, quality, purchasing and logistics.


• Excellent leadership, communication and coaching skills.


• A data\-driven approach with experience managing KPIs and performance metrics.


• Strong problem\-solving and decision\-making abilities.


• A hands\-on management style with the ability to lead by example.

Benefits:

• Company pension


• Cycle to work scheme


• Financial planning services


• Free parking


• Life insurance


• On\-site parking

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