Operations Manager – Interior Joinery Factory

About the Company

Our client is looking for an Operations Manager who will oversee the end-to-end operations of a joinery and interior production facility serving residential and commercial projects. This role is responsible for production planning, workflow management, procurement, quality control, health & safety, manpower supervision, and on-time project delivery. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, technical knowledge of joinery production, and experience managing factory operations for interior fit-out, carpentry, and custom furnishing projects.

About the Role

The Operations Manager will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the joinery factory, ensuring efficient production workflows, and coordinating with various teams to meet project specifications.

Responsibilities

Operations & Production Management

• Lead daily operations of the joinery factory, ensuring efficient production workflows.
• Develop and implement production schedules to meet project timelines.
• Coordinate with design, estimation, and project teams to ensure clarity of drawings, materials, and specifications.
• Monitor the production floor to ensure optimum machine utilization and productivity.
• Resolve operational bottlenecks to maintain smooth workflow.

Project Coordination

• Act as the primary link between operations and project/site teams.
• Ensure all joinery items (doors, cabinets, wardrobes, counters, wall panels, etc.) meet project specifications for both residential and commercial clients.
• Track production progress and ensure timely dispatch and installation scheduling.
• Manage change requests and variations during production.

Quality Control & Compliance

• Establish and maintain high standards of workmanship and product quality.
• Oversee inspections at key stages of production.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, building codes, and client specifications.
• Implement continuous improvement practices.

Procurement & Inventory

• Oversee procurement of raw materials (wood, laminates, hardware, paint, etc.).
• Review vendor performance and negotiate pricing to control costs.
• Monitor stock levels and ensure timely availability of material.
• Implement inventory control systems.

Team Leadership & Workforce Management

• Supervise joinery craftsmen, machine operators, foremen, and production supervisors.
• Conduct performance evaluations and identify training needs.
• Ensure proper workforce allocation across multiple projects.

Health, Safety & Maintenance

• Enforce safety guidelines and maintain a safe working environment.
• Coordinate preventive maintenance of machines and tools.
• Ensure adherence to company HSE policies.

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare weekly and monthly operational reports for management.
• Monitor KPIs such as production output, lead time, defect rate, and cost efficiency.
• Maintain documentation for quality audits and client approvals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Industrial Management, or equivalent (preferred).
• Minimum 7–10 years of experience in joinery / carpentry factory operations, with at least 3–5 years in a managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of joinery materials, machines, production processes, and finishing techniques.
• Experience handling both residential and commercial fit-out projects.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Strong understanding of quality standards and project management workflows.
• Proficiency in MS Office; knowledge of AutoCAD or production software is a plus.

Required Skills

• Strong leadership skills
• Technical knowledge of joinery production
• Experience managing factory operations

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of AutoCAD or production software

Pay range and compensation package

AED 15000