Operations Manager (Bespoke Joinery / Cabinet Making) £45,000 - £50,000 Christmas and Easter Shutdown Training Benefits Lydney Are you an Operations or Production Manager with experience in bespoke joinery, cabinetry, or manufacturing, looking to oversee production flow and drive operational efficiency within a respected craft-led business? Do you enjoy coordinating workflow between office and workshop teams, improving production systems, and ensuring projects move smoothly from design sign-off through manufacture, delivery and installation? This company is an established bespoke furniture and fitted cabinetry manufacturer delivering high-quality interiors across residential and specialist commercial projects. With a skilled team of bench joiners and furniture makers, the business is entering a new phase of structured growth and operational development. This role would suit an Operations or Production Manager that is looking for a varied role within a luxury, bespoke joinery that offers an exciting opportunity to lead a highly skilled team. The Role: Lead production planning and capacity management to ensure efficient workflow Chair regular production scheduling meetings and coordinate project timelines Coordinate workflow between office and workshop to maintain smooth delivery Monitor quoted vs actual hours and identify margin risks Support senior makers managing individual projects Oversee procurement planning and stock control alongside the office team Ensure compliance with health & safety and quality standardsThe Person: Experience within bespoke joinery, cabinet making, manufacturing or similar environments Supervisory experienceJob reference: BBBH24167 Key words: Production, Operations, Manager, Joinery, Cabinetry, Cabinetmaking, CNC, Commercial, Residential, Kitchen, Fitouts, Bristol, Gloucester, Lydney, Gloucestershire We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The remuneration offered will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skillset. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website