Joinery Workshop Supervisor

**Joinery Workshop Supervisor**

**Company overview**:
Merritt and Fryers Limited is a well-established and reputable woodworking and joinery company dedicated to delivering high-quality craftsmanship and exceptional customer service. We specialise in creating bespoke wood products for both residential and commercial projects.

As a joinery Workshop Supervisor, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operations and efficiency of our workshop.

**Job Summary**:
If you are passionate about high quality craftsmanship, thrive in a hands-on environment we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities:
1) Team Leadership

i) Lead, motivate and manage a team of joiners and apprentices, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.

ii) Delegate tasks efficiently and provide clear instructions to team members

2) Production management

i) Plan and organize daily production schedules, ensuring timely completion of projects while adhering to quality standards

ii) Monitor workflow and production progress, making adjustments as necessary to meet deadlines.

3) Quality control

i) Ensure all products meet or exceed customer specifications and company standards

ii) Conduct inspections of completed work to identify and address any defects or issues promptly.

4) Health & Safety

i) Ensure that all workshop activities comply with health & safety regulations, maintaining a safe working environment for all employees.

ii) Investigate and report and accidents or incidents that may occur within the workshop to the necessary Health and safety director.

5) Resource Management

i) Efficiently manage materials, equipment and resources to optimise productivity and reduce wastage

ii) Coordinate with other departments to ensure an adequate supply of materials in a timely manner.

6) Continuous improvement

i) Identify opportunities for process improvements and suggest innovative ideas to enhance productivity and product quality.

ii) Stay up-to-date with industry trends, technologies and best practices to implement relevant improvements in the workshop.

Qualifications & Requirements:

- Proven experience as a bench joiner with at least 10 years practical experience
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to effectively manage a diverse team on a daily basis.
- Excellent organisational and time management abilities in order to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
- Attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high-quality standards.
- Be familiar with health and safety regulation in a workshop.
- Have excellent communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with various teams and other departments,
- Flexibility to adapt to changing demands and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Be part of a dynamic team committed to delivering exceptional joinery solutions to our valued customers.

Hours: Monday - Friday 7.30am - 5pm.

**Salary**: Negotiable depending on experience

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person