About Us
At Stuart Jones, we take pride in crafting high-quality furniture that blends traditional craftsmanship with modern design and precision. With a reputation built over five decades, we are known for our attention to detail, innovative approach, and commitment to excellence.
We are exploring the market for an experienced and motivated individual to join our management team in a role focused on production and operations leadership. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to contribute to a well-established, collaborative team with strong existing expertise in place.
The Role
This is a flexible role that can be tailored to the right person, depending on their skills and experience. You’ll work closely with our existing General Manager and Operations Director to strengthen our manufacturing processes, drive efficiency, and support continuous improvement across the workshop and wider business.
We’re looking for someone with demonstrable management experience who can support and complement the current team.
Ideally, you’ll have at least two years’ experience across two or more of the following areas:
· Production management
· Operations
· Purchasing
· Planning
· Stock management
· People management
· Health and safety management
· Compliance
· Facilities management
You’ll have experience within a manufacturing business — ideally a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME) — with a good overview of how all business functions interconnect. You’ll be quick-thinking, able to adapt to changes in demand, and capable of identifying and implementing process improvements where needed.
Above all, you’ll have a calm, pragmatic approach and the ability to build strong relationships across all levels of the business, working collaboratively with a wide range of personalities.
Key Responsibilities
- Support and enhance day-to-day production and operational activities.
- Work alongside the existing management team to plan and coordinate production schedules.
- Contribute to quality control, health and safety, and compliance across the workshop.
- Help identify opportunities for efficiency and process improvement.
- Support purchasing, materials planning, and stock management.
- Build strong working relationships with colleagues across production, design, and sales.
- Deputise for senior managers where needed.
About You
Essential Skills & Experience:
· Demonstrable management or supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
· Strong organisational and communication skills.
· A collaborative, hands-on leadership style.
· Experience managing people, processes, or production flow.
· A practical understanding of health and safety in a workshop or factory setting.
· The ability to identify and implement improvements effectively and sensitively.
Desirable:
· Experience in furniture, joinery, or upholstery manufacturing.
· Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems.
· Exposure to Lean or continuous improvement methodologies.
· A background that combines production and operations experience.
Why Join Us
· Be part of a respected brand with a proud heritage and exciting future.
· Work in a supportive, craftsmanship-driven environment.
· Opportunity to shape and improve production systems and processes.
· Competitive remuneration based on experience.
· Long-term career potential and professional development opportunities.
How to Apply
Please send your CV and a short covering letter explaining your suitability for the role including key strengths and salary expectations
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £32,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
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