Joinery Production Manager
| Posting date: | 06 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £40,000 to £50,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 March 2026 |
| Location: | HD1 1JB |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Thorn Baker Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 225354-1121 |
Summary
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Joinery Production Manager with a strong technical background in setting out drawings, a solid understanding of restaurant and hospitality fit-outs, and proven ability to liaise effectively with suppliers and manufacturers. You will oversee all joinery production activities from initial design through to final delivery, ensuring quality, accuracy, and efficiency across every stage.
Key Responsibilities
Production Management
• Lead and manage the daily operations of the joinery workshop, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to project deadlines.
• Coordinate production activities, allocating labour, materials, and resources effectively.
• Monitor production schedules, adjusting plans proactively to maintain output and resolve bottlenecks.
• Oversee quality control processes, ensuring all work meets required standards and client specifications.
• Produce, review, and interpret setting out drawings for bespoke joinery items.
• Translate architectural and design concepts into accurate technical drawings for manufacturing.
• Identify potential design or structural issues early and propose practical solutions.
• Apply specialist knowledge of restaurant, bar, and hospitality fit-outs, ensuring joinery components are fit for purpose and aligned with sector-specific requirements.
• Work closely with project managers, designers, and site teams to ensure smooth integration of joinery within overall site programmes.
• Act as the main point of contact for external manufacturers, fabricators, and material suppliers.
• Manage relationships with subcontracted joinery manufacturers, ensuring clarity of specifications, delivery timelines, and quality expectations.
• Obtain quotations, negotiate pricing, and coordinate procurement of materials.
• Conduct factory visits or off-site inspections where required.
• Provide leadership, training, and support to joinery workshop staff and setting out technicians.
• Promote a safe, efficient, and positive working environment.
• Ensure compliance with all health & safety regulations and company procedures.
Skills & Experience Required
• Proven experience as a Joinery Production Manager, Workshop Manager, or Senior Setter Out within a manufacturing or fit-out environment.
• Strong background in setting out joinery drawings using CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Inventor, SolidWorks).
• Demonstrated experience in restaurant, hospitality, or retail fit-out joinery.
• Solid understanding of joinery manufacturing processes, materials, and production workflows.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with manufacturers, clients, and internal teams.
• Ability to problem-solve and offer practical, buildable solutions.
• Understanding of H&S and industry compliance standards.
Desirable Qualifications
• Formal qualification in Joinery, Cabinet Making, Carpentry, Construction, or related field.
• Experience with CNC machinery or modern manufacturing technology.
• Knowledge of project management principles.
What We Offer
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on high-quality, bespoke projects within the hospitality and restaurant sector.
• Supportive environment with opportunities for professional development.
• A chance to join a growing business with a strong pipeline of exciting work.