Technical Officer (Furniture) at Workforce Group

Reports To: General Manager Operations

Job Summary

• To ensure that our products are produced to accurate dimensions and our operations are seamless.
• To produce detailed working/production drawings and specifications.
• To specify the quality and quantity of materials required.
• To resolve problems and issues that arises during projects.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare cutting list and accessories list for production and installation
• Perform the analysis of furniture pieces to ascertain production requirements.
• Co-ordinate project planning and material breakdown.
• Make material requisition and ensure there are adequate materials for production.
• Visit projects’ and clients’ sites to take accurate dimensions.
• Engage with other departments within the company to ensure that customer requirements are met.
• Engage with the production team all through the process of manufacturing and installation of furniture and fittings.
• Evaluate and resolve issues relating to materials requisition for projects and retail orders.
• Engage in material evaluation and planning with the procurement department.
• Materials and tools analysis for projects execution and installation.
• Plan, schedule and monitor installation progress.
• Evaluate and plan rectification of all snags and errors.
• Ensure work is performed as planned and to specification by adhering with the company quality assurance manual.

Requirements

• A Degree in Architecture or Engineering from a good University.
• Minimum of 3-4years relevant work experience, experience in a furniture manufacturing environment will be an added advantage.
• Excellent Project management skills.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD.
• Proficiency in Excel.
• Clear written and oral communication skills.
• Strong analytic skills.
• Problem solving and innovative skills.
• Good team spirit.
• Attention to details.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Core Working Relationships:

• Customer Service and Sales Team.
• Logistics/Procurement Team.
• Production Teams.
• Installers.