Production / Workshop Manager

Production / Workshop Manager

Location :

South Manchester (Stockport area)

Salary : £45,000

£50,000 DOE

Job Type : Permanent

About the Company

A small but expanding and highly successful

specialist joinery manufacturing business

located in South Manchester, employing around 30 staff. The company is a clear market leader in its field, delivering bespoke furniture and full turnkey fit-outs for a range of clients, including retail, hospitality, and high-traffic environments.

The business has a close-knit, family-style culture, with a hands-on leadership team and a strong reputation for quality craftsmanship and personal service.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced

ProductionManager to take responsibility for all manufacturing, technical, and on-site activities. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will lead and coordinate the workshop team, CAD department, and installation teams, ensuring projects are delivered on time, to specification, and to the highest quality standards.

This is a hands-on leadership position, split approximately

70% workshop-based and 30% office-based , requiring a balance of operational oversight, problem-solving, and people management.

• Key Responsibilities;

Organise, manage, and motivate workshop and installation staff

Plan and oversee production schedules to meet client deadlines

Liaise directly with the Managing Director on project progress and issues

Maintain and improve ISO 9001 : 2015 Quality Management System compliance

Ensure health & safety standards are met at all times

Administer joinery and fit-out contracts, ensuring specifications are complete

Manage procurement of materials and ensure timely deliveries

Oversee maintenance of plant, machinery, and workshop facilities

Minimum 3 years experience managing bespoke or small batch manufacturing

Joinery experience is highly advantageous

Proven leadership experience in a workshop or shopfitting environment

Strong knowledge of bespoke furniture production and turnkey fit-outs

Experience liaising with clients, architects, and designers

Resource planning and scheduling skills

Qualifications

Management qualifications (desirable)

Lean / 5S / Continuous Improvement experience (advantageous)

Basic DBS check required

Key Skills & Attributes

Hands-on leadership style with a visible workshop presence

Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Ability to manage varied workloads and adapt to changing priorities

Approachable and personable, with a positive attitude

Salary & Benefits

£45,000

£50,000 DOE

23 days holiday including Christmas shutdown

Pension

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