Production Foreman- Joinery

Sigmar Recruitment; Roscommon; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable manufacturing company in Ireland is looking for a Production Foreman to lead production activities and manage a skilled team in a modern workshop. The ideal candidate will have experience in kitchen manufacturing, excellent leadership abilities, and a strong understanding of manufacturing processes. This role involves overseeing workflow, performing quality checks, and maintaining high standards of safety and communication within the team.

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen manufacturing, cabinet making, joinery, or a similar production environment.
• Previous supervisory or foreman experience in a factory or workshop setting.
• Strong ability to interpret manufacturing/technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all production activities across the workshop.
• Oversee and manage the workflow of all production projects.
• Perform quality checks at key stages to ensure high workmanship.

Skills

Experience in kitchen manufacturing

Previous supervisory experience

Ability to interpret manufacturing drawings

Leadership skills

Problem-solving ability

Job description

About Your New Employer

Join a well-established manufacturing business known for high-quality bespoke kitchen and joinery products. You’ll work with a skilled, close-knit team in a modern workshop that values craftsmanship, continuous improvement, and strong production standards. This is a stable, supportive company with an excellent reputation and diverse, high‑spec projects where your skills will make a real impact.

About Your New Job

As the Production Foreman, you will lead and coordinate all production activities across the workshop to ensure projects move efficiently from cutting and machining to assembly and finishing.

You will

• Oversee and manage the workflow of all production projects, ensuring each stage progresses smoothly and on time.
• Lead and support a team of production technicians, providing clear instructions from manufacturing drawings.
• Coordinate daily and weekly production schedules, allocate workloads, and resolve bottlenecks.
• Perform quality checks at key stages to ensure the highest level of workmanship.
• Liaise with the office, design, and purchasing teams to flag issues, ensure materials are available, and maintain smooth communication across departments.
• Maintain workshop safety, machinery standards, and ensure proper PPE and safe working practices.

What Skills You Need

• Experience in kitchen manufacturing, cabinet making, joinery, or a similar production environment.
• Previous supervisory or foreman experience in a factory or workshop setting.
• Strong ability to interpret manufacturing/technical drawings and provide guidance to the team.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and workflow‑planning skills.
• Good problem‑solving ability and an eye for quality and detail.