Factory Manager - Joinery

placeup; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Placeup in Abu Dhabi invites a skilled Factory Manager – Joinery to oversee all manufacturing operations in the joinery workshop, ensuring efficient production of high-quality woodwork and custom furniture.

You will lead production teams, optimize workflows, maintain stringent quality standards, and ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget, while managing procurement and maintenance of machinery.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in engineering or wood manufacturing.
• 5–8 years in joinery with 2–3 years in a managerial role.
• Knowledge of joinery processes, materials, finishes.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Experience with CNC, edge banding and woodworking machinery.
• Ability to read technical drawings and shop drawings.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day factory operations including production, planning, and workforce supervision
• Oversee the manufacturing of joinery items such as cabinetry, doors, wardrobes, and custom woodwork
• Develop and implement production schedules to meet project deadlines
• Ensure quality control standards are maintained across all stages of production
• Coordinate with design, project management, and site teams for smooth execution
• Monitor and optimize production efficiency, minimizing waste and downtime
• Manage procurement of materials (wood, hardware, finishes) and inventory levels
• Ensure proper maintenance of machinery and equipment
• Enforce health & safety regulations and best practices within the factory
• Lead, train, and evaluate factory staff including carpenters, machine operators, and supervisors
• Control production costs and contribute to budget planning
• Troubleshoot production issues and implement continuous improvement initiatives

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing

Production planning

Quality control

Cost management

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Manufacturing/Wood Technology

Tools

CNC machinery

Edge banding

Woodworking equipment

Shop drawings interpretation

Job description

Job Summary

The Factory Manager – Joinery is responsible for overseeing all manufacturing operations within the joinery workshop, ensuring efficient production of high-quality woodwork and custom furniture. This role involves managing production teams, optimizing workflows, maintaining quality standards,

and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day factory operations including production, planning, and workforce supervision
• Oversee the manufacturing of joinery items such as cabinetry, doors, wardrobes, and custom woodwork
• Develop and implement production schedules to meet project deadlines
• Ensure quality control standards are maintained across all stages of production
• Coordinate with design, project management, and site teams for smooth execution
• Monitor and optimize production efficiency, minimizing waste and downtime
• Manage procurement of materials (wood, hardware, finishes) and inventory levels
• Ensure proper maintenance of machinery and equipment
• Enforce health & safety regulations and best practices within the factory
• Lead, train, and evaluate factory staff including carpenters, machine operators, and supervisors
• Control production costs and contribute to budget planning
• Troubleshoot production issues and implement continuous improvement initiatives

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Engineering, Manufacturing, Wood Technology, or related field
• Minimum 5–8 years of experience in joinery or wood manufacturing, with at least 2–3 years in a managerial role
• Strong knowledge of joinery processes, materials, and finishes
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• In-depth understanding of joinery production techniques and machinery (CNC, edge banding, cutting, assembly)
• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Knowledge of quality control and production optimization
• Familiarity with technical drawings and shop drawings
• Cost control and budgeting skills