Assistant Production & Prototyping Manager

Capris Furniture Industries, Inc; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Production-based incentives

Job summary

Capris Furniture Industries, Inc. is seeking an experienced Assistant Production & Prototyping Manager to support our manufacturing operations and product development initiatives.

The role involves overseeing daily production, leading prototype development, and coordinating with engineering/design teams to improve efficiency and quality. Hands-on prototyping experience and strong leadership are essential for growth within our organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of furniture manufacturing experience.
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory or production leadership experience.
• Prototyping experience is mandatory, from concept through production.
• Strong knowledge of furniture construction methods, materials, manufacturing processes, and quality standards.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, CAD drawings, and production requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily production operations to ensure quality, efficiency, and on-time delivery.
• Coordinate workflow between production, engineering, design, and quality teams.
• Oversee development, construction, testing, and refinement of furniture prototypes.
• Interpret technical drawings, specifications, and production requirements.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase productivity and reduce waste.
• Support training and development of production personnel.

Skills

Leadership

Prototyping

Blueprint reading

CAD reading

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Capris Furniture Industries, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of high-quality furniture, dedicated to craftsmanship, innovation, and operational excellence. We are seeking an experienced and motivated Assistant Production & Prototyping Manager to support our manufacturing operations and product development initiatives.

Position Summary

The Assistant Production & Prototyping Manager will work closely with the Production Manager and engineering/design teams to oversee daily manufacturing operations, improve production efficiency, and lead prototype development efforts. This role requires furniture manufacturing knowledge, strong leadership skills, and hands-on prototyping experience. There is opportunity of growth for this position, as well as production based incentives.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in managing daily production operations to ensure quality, efficiency, and on-time delivery.


• Coordinate workflow between production, engineering, design, and quality teams.


• Oversee the development, construction, testing, and refinement of furniture prototypes.


• Interpret technical drawings, specifications, and production requirements.


• Identify and implement process improvements to increase productivity and reduce waste.


• Support training and development of production personnel.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in furniture manufacturing, woodworking, upholstery, or related production environments.


• Minimum 3 years of supervisory or production leadership experience.


• Prototyping experience is mandatory, including development and refinement of furniture products from concept through production.


• Strong knowledge of furniture construction methods, materials, manufacturing processes, and quality standards.


• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, CAD drawings, and technical specifications.