Factory, Factory Operations Manager
- Daman, Daman & Diu
- Permanent
- Full-time
Location: Daman
Industry: Luxury Wooden Furniture Manufacturing
Reporting To: Director - Della Luxury ProductsJob Purpose:The Factory Head will be responsible for leading and managing the luxury wooden furniture manufacturing facility at Daman for Della Luxury Products. The role requires a blend of strong operational management, luxury craftsmanship expertise, and leadership skills to deliver world-class luxury furniture that reflects the brand's philosophy of design excellence, innovation, and uncompromising quality.Key Responsibilities:1. Production & Operations Management
- Lead complete factory operations including cutting, machining, joinery, veneering, polishing, and upholstery for premium wooden furniture.
- Develop and execute production schedules aligned with customer and project requirements.
- Oversee customized and large-scale luxury furniture manufacturing with precision and attention to detail.
- Ensure maximum efficiency of modern machinery (CNC, veneer press, lacquer finishing, automated polishing) along with traditional artisanal techniques.
- Uphold Della's global luxury standards in design detailing, durability, finish, and craftsmanship.
- Establish robust quality control processes at every stage - from raw material inspection to final product dispatch.
- Ensure every piece of furniture meets premium aesthetics, flawless finishing, and functional excellence.
- Source and manage inventory of luxury-grade hardwoods, veneers, fittings, fabrics, leather, and finishes.
- Build strong supplier networks (domestic and international) to ensure consistent supply.
- Implement systems to minimize wastage of high-value materials while maintaining cost efficiency.
- Lead a diverse team of supervisors, engineers, craftsmen, polishers, upholsterers, and labor workforce.
- Recruit, train, and upskill artisans to align with luxury international standards.
- Foster a culture of craftsmanship, discipline, and innovation across the factory.
- Monitor and control operational costs while ensuring premium output.
- Drive lean manufacturing practices, process improvements, and productivity enhancement initiatives.
- Implement MIS reporting systems to track productivity, wastage, costs, and timelines.
- Ensure full compliance with labor laws, health & safety norms, and environmental regulations.
- Implement international standards of factory safety and ergonomics.
- Drive sustainable practices in material usage and production processes.
- Collaborate closely with Design, Sales, Procurement, and Project Management Teams to ensure alignment with customer expectations and brand philosophy.
- Provide inputs for new product development and prototyping for luxury collections.
- Ensure timely order execution and delivery in line with project commitments.
- Deep expertise in luxury wooden furniture production, joinery, and finishing techniques.
- Strong leadership and ability to manage large multi-skilled teams.
- Hands-on knowledge of modern automated machinery and artisanal methods.
- Strong planning, cost management, and process optimization skills.
- Excellent communication and vendor negotiation abilities.
- Ability to deliver international luxury standards consistently.