Sofa Production Manager (Upholstered Furniture)

Al Rugaib Furniture Company; Dammam; In loco; SAR 180.000 - 280.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Al Rugaib Furniture Company in Dammam seeks an experienced Sofa Production Manager to oversee all stages of sofa and upholstered furniture manufacturing, from framing to final inspection. The role ensures efficient production, high quality, cost control, and timely delivery of orders.

The candidate should have 5–7 years of experience in sofa manufacturing or furniture factory management, with strong knowledge of materials and processes.

Competenze

• 5–7 years of sofa/manufacturing leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of wood, foam, fabrics, leather, and their durability.
• Ability to manage workflows and meet production targets.
• Proven cost-control and waste-reduction experience.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

Mansioni

• Supervise all production departments from carpentry to packaging.
• Develop daily and weekly production plans to meet orders and deadlines.
• Ensure materials (wood, foam, fabrics, leather) meet quality standards.
• Optimize efficiency and minimize waste of materials and resources.
• Manage carpenters, upholsterers, sewing operators, and production workers; train staff.
• Oversee regular maintenance of cutting and sewing machines and equipment to minimize downtime.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, reduce costs, and enhance quality.
• Ensure compliance with factory safety procedures and maintain a safe working environment.

Conoscenze

Production management

Leadership

Quality control

Production planning

Cost control

Health and safety

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Summary

The Sofa Production Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing all stages of sofa and upholstered furniture manufacturing within the factory, from wooden or metal frame construction to cutting, sewing, upholstery, finishing, and final quality inspection. The role ensures efficient production operations, high product quality, cost control, and timely delivery of customer orders.

Key Responsibilities

Production Line Management: Supervise all production departments, including carpentry and frame construction, fabric cutting, sewing, upholstery, and packaging, ensuring smooth and uninterrupted workflow.

Quality Control: Ensure that all raw materials, including wood, foam, fabrics, and leather, meet company specifications and quality standards.

Production Planning and Scheduling: Develop daily and weekly production plans to meet customer orders and delivery deadlines.

Cost and Waste Management: Optimize production efficiency while minimizing waste of raw materials and consumables.

Workforce Management: Assign tasks to carpenters, upholsterers, sewing operators, and production workers. Monitor performance and train new employees on manufacturing techniques and procedures.

Equipment Maintenance: Ensure regular maintenance of cutting machines, sewing machines, and other production equipment to minimize downtime.

Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve productivity, reduce manufacturing costs, and enhance product quality.

Health and Safety: Ensure compliance with factory safety procedures and maintain a safe working environment.

Job Requirements

Experience: Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in sofa manufacturing, upholstered furniture production, woodworking, or furniture factory management.

Technical Knowledge: Strong knowledge of wood types (such as beechwood and plywood), foam types and densities, upholstery fabrics, leather, and their durability standards.

Production Management Skills: Proven ability to manage production teams, organize workflows, and meet production targets.

Leadership Skills: Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage production challenges and peak workloads.

Quality and Cost Control: Experience in implementing quality standards, controlling material consumption, and reducing production waste.

Planning and Organization: Ability to prioritize tasks, manage production schedules, and ensure timely order completion.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience managing a sofa or upholstered furniture manufacturing facility.

Knowledge of modern furniture manufacturing techniques and production processes.

Experience with production planning systems, inventory coordination, and performance monitoring.