Assistant Factory Manager

Annexion Partners Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Annexion Partners Pte Ltd. is seeking an experienced Assistant Factory Manager to strengthen fabrications, bridge design intent with production and drive timely delivery of high-quality interior fit-out works.

The role requires hands-on leadership in carpentry and joinery, production planning, procurement coordination and quality control across multiple projects, reporting to the Factory Director. A strong technical background and proactive problem-solving are essential for this fast-paced

Qualifications

• Experience in carpentry, joinery manufacturing, furniture production or interior fit-out.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings and specs.
• Experience coordinating material procurement and production schedules.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Hands-on, resourceful, and able to manage multiple production priorities.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and track weekly factory production progress against project schedules.
• Identify and resolve production bottlenecks from shortages or discrepancies.
• Conduct regular production coordination meetings with leads and coordinator.
• Coordinate production activities to align with project requirements and resources.
• Prepare weekly production reports for the Factory Director.
• Review and manage drawings, revisions and technical documentation.

Skills

Carpentry knowledge

Joinery manufacturing

Furniture production

Interior fit-out coordination

Production planning

Documentation control

Job description

One of the region's largest and most established workplace design and build companies is seeking an experienced Assistant Factory Manager to strengthen its factory operations and support the delivery of high-quality commercial interior fit-out projects.

With an extensive regional presence and a strong portfolio of workplace projects, the organisation is looking for a technically accomplished professional who can bridge the gap between design intent, production planning and factory execution.

This is a hands-on role combining production coordination, technical joinery expertise, material procurement and quality management. Working closely with the Factory Director, Production Coordinator and Carpenter Leads, the successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring complex bespoke carpentry and joinery works are delivered efficiently, accurately and to the highest standards.

The position is particularly suited to an individual who possesses a strong understanding of carpentry fabrication and joinery detailing, complemented by the organisational and problem-solving capabilities required to manage multiple production priorities.

Key Responsibilities

Production Planning & Progress Management

• Monitor and track weekly factory production progress against established project schedules, ensuring key manufacturing and delivery milestones are achieved.
• Identify and resolve production bottlenecks arising from material shortages, technical discrepancies, resource constraints or incomplete project information.
• Conduct regular production coordination meetings with the Production Coordinator and Carpenter Leads to review progress, establish priorities and address operational challenges.
• Coordinate production activities to ensure alignment between project requirements, fabrication schedules and available factory resources.
• Proactively identify potential production delays and implement practical solutions to maintain workflow continuity.
• Prepare comprehensive weekly production reports for the Factory Director, highlighting project progress, key performance indicators, outstanding issues and potential delivery risks.

Technical Drawing Coordination & Document Control

• Review, organise and maintain accurate records of construction drawings, fabrication details and technical documentation.
• Establish and manage drawing revision controls to ensure production teams consistently work from the latest approved information.
• Coordinate the timely distribution of updated construction drawings and technical instructions to Carpenter Leads and relevant production personnel.
• Identify discrepancies, design changes and technical revisions that may affect fabrication requirements, production schedules or material specifications.
• Evaluate the potential impact of drawing revisions on material consumption and labour requirements, escalating commercial implications to the Factory Director.
• Maintain systematic digital and physical documentation to support traceability, production accuracy and efficient project coordination.

Material Procurement & Supply Chain Coordination

• Review and verify material purchase requisitions against approved project specifications, fabrication drawings and production requirements.
• Coordinate the procurement of raw materials, carpentry hardware, specialist fittings and other components required for production.
• Work closely with relevant stakeholders to ensure materials are available in accordance with just-in-time manufacturing requirements.
• Monitor long-lead materials and specialist components to minimise production disruption and assembly delays.
• Identify opportunities to reduce material wastage through accurate specification reviews, procurement coordination and production planning.
• Address material-related issues proactively to ensure continuity of factory operations.

Carpentry, Joinery & Technical Expertise

• Serve as a technical resource for carpentry, bespoke joinery, fabrication detailing and custom fittings.
• Provide practical technical guidance to Carpenter Leads and production teams on fabrication methods, construction details and assembly requirements.
• Review complex joinery designs and technical drawings to assess fabrication feasibility and construction requirements.
• Resolve technical challenges associated with bespoke interior elements, material interfaces, fittings and fabrication methods.
• Work collaboratively with design and production teams to translate architectural and interior design concepts into practical manufacturing solutions.
• Ensure completed carpentry and joinery works meet the required standards of workmanship, aesthetics, structural integrity and technical accuracy.
• Support quality assurance activities by identifying workmanship issues and recommending appropriate corrective measures.

Factory Administration, Safety & Compliance

• Prepare and maintain essential project and factory documentation, including personnel name lists, risk assessments, safe work procedures and method statements.
• Coordinate the submission of required safety and administrative documentation for relevant approvals.
• Support the Factory Director in maintaining compliance with applicable Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) regulations and internal safety procedures.
• Promote safe working practices and adherence to established operational and quality standards.
• Assist in identifying operational and safety risks and implementing appropriate preventive measures.

Key Requirements

• Relevant experience in carpentry, joinery manufacturing, furniture production, architectural millwork or commercial interior fit-out.
• Strong technical knowledge of bespoke carpentry, joinery construction methods, fabrication processes, materials, hardware and specialist fittings.
• Experience in factory production coordination, manufacturing planning or technical project management within the interior fit-out industry.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, fabrication details and technical specifications accurately.
• Familiarity with drawing revision control, technical documentation and coordination between design and production teams.
• Experience coordinating material procurement, production schedules and long-lead items.
• Strong understanding of workmanship standards, fabrication quality and practical construction detailing.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex production and technical issues while balancing quality, cost and delivery requirements.
• Strong organisational, coordination and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with factory personnel, technical teams and management.
• Familiarity with workplace safety documentation and relevant WSH requirements.
• Hands-on, resourceful and solutions-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple production priorities in a fast-paced project environment.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• This is an opportunity to join one of the region's leading workplace design and build companies and contribute directly to the successful execution of commercial interior projects.
• The role offers a combination of technical ownership and production coordination, providing the opportunity to influence how complex bespoke carpentry and joinery works are planned, fabricated and delivered.
• For a professional with strong expertise in joinery manufacturing and a passion for technical problem-solving, this position provides an opportunity to work closely with factory leadership, enhance production efficiency and uphold the quality standards expected of a leading regional Design & Build organisation.