Production Manager

Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Production Planning & Workflow: Develop and manage production schedules based on factory capacity, ensuring on-time delivery of projects.
• Design Interpretation: Review technical drawings and liaise with the design team to ensure production feasibility.
• Team Leadership: Supervise, train, and mentor workshop staff, including carpenters, , metal fabricators, printers, painters.
• Resource & Inventory Management: Determine necessary material resources, manage inventory levels, and optimize usage to reduce wastage.
• Budgeting & Cost Control: Monitor project budgets, prepare cost estimates, and implement strategies to save money on materials and labor.
• Quality Control: Establish and enforce quality standards, inspecting final outputs before dispatch or installation.
• Health, Safety & Compliance (HSE): Enforce strict safety protocols, maintain a clean, organized work environment, and ensure compliance with health and safety legislation.
• Logistics & Site Coordination: Preplan and oversee the installation and dismantlement of projects on-site.
• Reporting: Submit weekly reports to management regarding project status, milestones, and
• achievements.
• 10+ years as a production manager in event industry, with carpentry, metalwork, printing, foam work, and painting shops.
• Deep understanding of fabrication techniques (wood, metal, printing, foam, and painting) and material sourcing.
• Experience with MS Office and, ideally, CAD software or ERP systems.
• Strong team management abilities to foster a productive and safe work culture.
• Ability to resolve production bottlenecks and adapt to changing timelines.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Production Management, or related field is often preferred, but extensive practical experience is highly valued.
• Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Typical Working Conditions

• Environment: Must be able to work in a workshop environment, which may include loud noise, dust, and heat, with some on-site installation work.
• Hours: May require working evenings, weekends, and holidays to meet event deadlines.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle tight deadlines and to work on site, which may include lifting, standing for long periods, and working in varied conditions.