Company Overview For over 75 years,Johnston Shopfittershave established a reputation for being the market leader in full turnkey retail installations. We provide Retail and Commercial Design Services, Fit-Out and Merchandising solutions to all Retail Sectors. http://johnston- Job Location - Dublin, D12 P922 The Joinery Workshop Team Leader oversees daily production while championing Lean principles like Kaizen, 5S, and Value Stream Mapping to enhance output, quality, and safety. Key responsibilities include delivering on production requirements, mentoring staff, collaborating with other departments, tracking Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and ensuring adherence to company policies and continuous improvement initiatives. Key Responsibilities(this is not an exhaustive list): Lead daily joinery operations, ensuring safety, output, quality and costs management Work closely with other departments, such as sales, customer service, setting out, finished goods warehouse, installations and logistics, to ensure the on-time and cost-effective delivery of projects. Organize the joinery production workflow, manage resource allocation, and ensure timely execution of production plans. Mentor, train, and motivate the joinery team in Lean tools and best practices, fostering a high-performing and flexible team Drive continuous improvement efforts by identifying and implementing opportunities to reduce waste and increase efficiency. Champion and implement Lean Manufacturing principles and tools, such as Kaizen, 5S, and Value Stream Mapping, across the plant. Monitor joinery production KPIs, including efficiency, downtime, quality metrics, etc. highlighting actions to be taken to address any deficiencies in performance. Support the development and implementation of the joinery standard operating procedures (SOPs) Ensure adherence to company policies, safety regulations, quality standards, and relevant documentation requirements. Requirements Skills & Qualifications: Proven 3 years experience in a team lead role preferable in a joinery manufacturing environment with a minimum 3 years experience in lean manufacturing environment. Strong, hands-on knowledge of Lean Manufacturing tools and methodologies, a deep understanding/experience of Manufacturing FLOW is an advantage. Excellent leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills to motivate and develop staff Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills for effective communication across teams. Ability to identify and solve operational problems proactively and effectively. Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment and adapt to changing production priorities. Strong understanding of production processes, quality control, and continuous improvement methodologies. Fully competent in Microsoft Office tools and Sharepoint would be an advantage Benefits Along with a competitive package and good working environment, we offer: Bike to work scheme Company events Company pension Employee assistance program On-site parking Store discount Wellness program
Experienced factory sewers with minimum 3 years experience full time position working with upholstery fabric sewing cushions and main frames of sofas and chairs experience sewing piping ruche & cord working Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 5.30pm and Friday 8.30am to 2.45pm Requirementsminimum 3 years factory sewing experience working with upholstery fabric ability to sew in a fast paced environment Benefitsattractive salary and bonus and pension
Fulltime upholstery cutter Hand cutting upholstery fabric Working with plain & patterned fabrics Working with standard and bespoke templates Open to working with lectra or gerber automated cutting machines Working Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 5.30pm and Friday 8.30am to 2.45pm RequirementsMinimum 3 -5 years working as a fabric cutter in either the furniture or clothing industry knowledge of cutting fabric efficiently ability to work in a fast paced environment understanding of working with upholstery fabrics BenefitsFull time salary plus bonus plus pension. Attractive terms if experienced in the industry
The Project Coordinator supports the Projects Manager in planning, coordinating, and executing joinery and fitout projects from inception to completion. This role ensures all project activities are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards, coordinating between the design, production, purchasing, and site teams. Key Responsibilities: Generate detailed shop drawings using AutoCAD, ensuring all material specifications, dimensions, and finishes are accurately captured. Coordinate with clients and/or the design team to obtain approval for production. Coordinate the project in collaboration with the design team, purchasing manager, production manager, and fitters to maintain workflow efficiency and meet project deadlines. Track project progress and report updates to the Projects Manager. Generate a full bill of materials, ensuring specified items match the clients requirements. Liaise with the Purchasing Manager to guarantee that all materials are purchased within required timeframes. Identify items with extended lead times and recommend suitable alternatives to prevent delays. Liaise with the Production Manager to ensure materials, and equipment, are delivered to site in line with project timelines. Liaise with site fitters and subcontractors to ensure clear communication and understanding of project requirements. Assist in managing site handover, ensuring all snagging issues are identified, tracked, and resolved prior to completion. Assist the Projects Manager in monitoring project budgets and variations, notify the client of any additional costs (extra overs) in a timely manner, and ensure variable costs are accurately recorded prior to invoicing. Assist the Estimating Team by tracking and quoting variations that may occur, particularly on fitout projects, as required. Requirements Qualifications and Experience: Diploma or Bachelors degree or equivalent experience 25 years experience in a joinery, fitout, or construction related industry. Experience in generating joinery shop drawings, material schedules, and cutting lists. Proficiency in MS Office and AutoCAD are essential. Knowledge of joinery materials, finishes, and production methods. Key Competencies: Strong organizational and multitasking skills. Excellent communication and relationship management skills. Attention to detail and accuracy. Proactive and able to work under pressure. Team-oriented with a problem-solving mindset. Working Conditions: Full-time, primarily office based, but will require traveling to site visits and meetings on a regular basis. Benefits An opportunity to work with a leading international specialist fit-out company. Work with some of the best professionals in the industry, gaining hands-on experience with complex, high-profile projects. Be part of a strong culture of teamwork, respect, and collaboration, making daily work more enjoyable and productive.
