Manager, Furniture Manufacturing

Icrest; Nilai; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Icrest is seeking a senior engineering and manufacturing leader to oversee the design, fabrication and delivery of retail furniture, fixtures, shelving and store fittings for global clients.

You will collaborate with international customers on concept, cost, functionality and safety, and drive timely, cost-efficient project delivery while ensuring safety, compliance and profitability across multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Furniture Design or equivalent technical discipline.
• Minimum 10 years manufacturing experience in furniture, shop systems or related industries.
• Fluent in English and Mandarin.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end furniture fabrication and manufacturing operations to meet client specifications, quality, budget and timelines.
• Lead production teams to optimize workflows, improve productivity and minimize downtime.
• Oversee the technical management, supervision and control of industrial production processes.
• Coordinate engineering, procurement, production and QA teams to ensure smooth and timely project delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Manufacturing excellence

English & Mandarin proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent

Tools

CAD software

ERP systems

Job description

• Factories in Malaysia, China, India, South Africa, Brazil

• Export to 105 countries around the world.

• Global MNCs customers in Petrol Retail, Automotive, Quick Service Restaurants, Health & Beauty, Telecommunication and Multiple Sites Retail

The Job

• Lead the design, manufacturing and delivery of retail furniture, fixtures, shelving, display units and store fittings for global retail customers
• Work closely with global clients on concept, design, cost, functionality and safety requirements.
• Develop flat-pack / knock-down furniture solutions incorporating the latest international retail design trends and “look & feel”.
• Drive timely, cost-effective and quality delivery while achieving safety, compliance, operational excellence and business profitability.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end furniture fabrication and manufacturing operations to meet client specifications, quality, budget and timelines.
• Lead production teams to optimize workflows, improve productivity and minimize downtime.
• Oversee the technical management, supervision and control of industrial production processes.
• Coordinate engineering, procurement, production and QA teams to ensure smooth and timely project delivery.

The Candidate

• Degree in Engineering, Furniture Design or equivalent technical discipline.
• Minimum 10 years’ manufacturing experience in furniture, shop systems, retail fixtures or related industries.
• Strong track record in delivering results within a fast-paced, project-driven manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in furniture design software with good written and spoken English & Mandarin.