Jewellery Production Manager

Our client a very high-end Jewellery company based in London has an opportunity for a Production manager/Specialist to join their team. The Production manager will oversee the end-to-end production of products from design approval to final delivery. Within the role, you will need to ensure that products meet their high-quality standards and follow the brand guideline. Main Responsibilities:

• Manage and control the critical path of new samples including technical details, model feedback, costings and deadline management.
• Work with our workshops to develop high quality products, give recommendations regarding technical details (stone setting, hinge/claps…) while optimising costs and ensure production schedules are met.
• Conduct quality checks at various stages of the product development process to ensure excellence and consistency between products.
• Partner with the quality control team and propose product improvements and resolve production issues.
• Manage the technical sheets and ensure all the details are collected (dimensions, setting, size of the chain…)
• Update product design database and maintain jewellery wax model archive
• Collect the technical files of any new designs in order to register the designs
• Manage jewellery special orders: quotations, deadline, special orders
• Build strong relationships with our workshops

Must have a minimum of 5 years experience in Production or Product Development within the Jewellery industry. Strong understanding of Jewellery manufacturing techniques, materials and craftsmanship. Be able to pay strict attention to detail and have a methodical approach. Must also have the ability to manage project efficiently from project to delivery and have a problem solving mindset. Have the ability to work under pressure.