To lead new product development, prototype creation, and outsourced production while modernizing the workshop through automation and technology to support WITHIN's growth and maintain exceptional quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead development and production of prototypes and first pieces for all new product designs
- Manage outsourced production relationships and quality standards for approved pieces
- Interface with the design team and product development team for prototype and new product/ development iterations to ensure that the first approved piece meets the specifications and timelines.
- Direct operations of specialized workshops (metal shop and stone shop)
- Research, evaluate and implement automated tools, equipment and modern manufacturing technologies
- Establish and maintain quality standards across all production channels (in-house metal, stone and outsourced)
- Interface with costing and estimates team for accurate pricing and feasibility assessments
- Coordinate with Director-Production and Design Coordination for integrated production planning
- Report production metrics, improvement initiatives and modernization progress to Co-founder
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- New product development cycle time reduction
- First-time-right percentage for prototypes and first pieces
- Outsourced production quality metrics
- Cost optimization through automation initiatives
- Modernization roadmap and implementation timelines
- Vendor performance scores across quality, delivery and cost parameters
Key Competencies
- Deep technical knowledge of manufacturing processes (wood, metal, stone working)
- Solid leadership and change management capabilities for technology implementations
- Excellent vendor management and relationship building skills
- Strategic thinking for long-term production modernization and capability building
Critical Success Factors at WITHIN
- Ability to balance WITHIN's craft excellence with contemporary production efficiency
- Strong collaboration with Design team to translate creative concepts into manufacturable products
- Commitment to maintaining WITHIN's reputation for exceptional quality while scaling operations
- Proactive approach to identifying and solving complex production challenges
- Cultural fit with WITHIN's values of craftsmanship, innovation and ethical business practices
Qualification
- Minimum 15 Years of Experience
- Experienced in Furniture Industry
Hands on experienced of Computer
Pay: ₹95,000.00 - ₹120,000.00 per month
Application Question(s):
- How much experience you have for Production Management
- Do you have any experience in Furniture Industry?
If "Yes" then how much?
Work Location: In person
📌 Senior Production Manager (Ghitorni)
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