Production Director (Smart Factory) – Furniture Manufacturing

About the role

Our client, a premium furniture manufacturer, is expanding with the launch of a smart factory by year‑end. The Production Director will spearhead this transformation, combining deep manufacturing expertise with a digital mindset to drive high‑growth operations.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation and commissioning of the smart factory concept.
• Oversee day‑to‑day production planning and execution for a workforce of 50+ employees.
• Drive automation initiatives and continuous process optimisation to improve efficiency and quality.
• Collaborate with IT and engineering teams to integrate digital tools and data‑driven decision making.
• Monitor key performance indicators, ensuring targets for output, cost and safety are met.
• Manage budgets, resource allocation and supplier relationships within the manufacturing footprint.

Required profile

• Minimum 5 years of senior production management experience.
• Proven track record managing manufacturing operations with at least 50 staff members.
• Strong background in production management, factory operations and process optimisation.
• Hands‑on experience with automation, smart manufacturing or transformation projects.
• Prior exposure to furniture manufacturing, wood processing or related industrial environments is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership and change‑management capabilities.

Required skills

• Automation
• IT Optimization