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- Full-time
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- In-person
- Leadership
- Employee discount
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Sofa Production Manager

SOFA CENTRE -
Durham

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£12.71 - £15.00 an hour
11 days ago

Benefits

Employee discount
On-site parking

Qualifications

Management
Leadership
Communication skills

Full job description

GREAT RATES OF PAY TO THE RIGHT CANDIDATE

Job Overview

We are a growing family-run sofa and furniture manufacturer with a reputation for producing high-quality, handcrafted products. Due to continued growth, we are looking for an experienced Sofa Production Manager to lead our sofa manufacturing operation and help drive quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with proven experience in sofa production who takes pride in delivering exceptional products.

Responsibilities

Oversee the day-to-day running of the sofa production department.
Manage production schedules to ensure customer orders are completed on time.
Lead, motivate, and develop production staff, fostering a positive and productive working environment.
Ensure the highest standards of craftsmanship and product quality are maintained.
Monitor production performance, productivity, and efficiency.
Identify and implement process improvements to reduce waste and increase output.
Manage stock levels of materials and liaise with purchasing where required.
Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations throughout the factory.
Work closely with the sales, design, upholstery, cutting, sewing, and dispatch teams to ensure smooth workflow.
Resolve production issues quickly while maintaining quality standards.

Experience

Proven experience managing sofa production within a sofa manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of the complete sofa manufacturing process, including:
Frame assembly
Foam cutting and fitting
Upholstery
Fabric and leather handling
Quality control
Final inspection
Excellent leadership and people management skills.
Ability to organise production efficiently and meet deadlines.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Good communication skills and a hands-on approach.

About You

You will be an experienced sofa production professional who enjoys leading from the front. You understand that quality, efficiency, and teamwork are equally important and are passionate about producing furniture that customers are proud to own. You are approachable, organised, and committed to maintaining the high standards that have built our reputation.

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If you have the experience, leadership skills, and passion for furniture manufacturing, we'd love to hear from you.

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ONSITE PARKING, EMPLOYEE DISCOUNT, FLEXABLE HOURS, JOIN A FRIENDLY FAMILY RAN COMPANY

Pay: £12.71-£15.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount
On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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