Workshop Manager

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Job description

JRRL are seeking a Workroom Manager for their client - a local company creating handmade curtains and roman blinds. Due to the continuing expansion, our client is now looking to hire a Workroom Manager, working on site and supporting in running a busy team of 6 sewing staff.

Full time - Monday to Friday 7.30am till 3pm

As the Workroom Manager, you will be responsible for various key tasks, including:

• Overseeing a team of 6 sewing staff (3 full-time and 3 part-time) to ensure efficient workflow.
• Managing quality control processes to maintain high standards for completed items.
• Handling manufacturing queries from both staff and clients.
• Co-ordinating client and supplier communications.
• Taking responsibility for ordering materials to ensure seamless workroom operations.
• Scheduling and managing staff rotas.
• Handling invoicing and ensuring timely payment.
• Using pricing software to accurately price jobs.

Person specification for the Workroom Manager:

• Must have a love of fabrics.
• Ideally someone that has experience of making curtains or blinds.
• Confident with administration tasks such as invoicing and scheduling of staff rotas.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills with the confidence to speak to clients.
• Confident with quality control and raising issues around this.

If you have a love of interiors, particularly soft furnishings, this Workroom Manager role could be the job for you. This is a great opportunity within a growing business which offers full training and career progression in a friendly and respectful environment. Use of a company van when necessary and company uniform provided.

Due to the company location a driver is essential.

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