Warehouse & Production Control Manager

This role is responsible for ensuring that raw plywood materials are efficiently received, production lines are accurately planned to meet demand for plywood pallets and end fitments, and finished goods are safely stored and dispatched to customers on time.

Key Responsibilities

1. Inbound Material & Inventory Management

• Oversee the receipt, unloading, and inspection of raw materials (plywood sheets, hardware, fasteners, etc.).

• Maintain optimal inventory levels of raw materials to prevent production downtime while minimizing excess stock.

• Implement and maintain an organized warehousing system for easy tracking and retrieval of different plywood grades and sizes.

2. Production Planning & Scheduling

• Translate sales orders and forecasts into daily/weekly production schedules for the plywood processing lines (pallet and fitment assembly).

• Coordinate with the workshop/production floor supervisors to ensure labor and machinery are aligned with the production plan.

• Monitor production progress and adjust schedules dynamically to handle urgent orders or material shortages.

3. Outbound Logistics & Fulfillment

• Manage the staging, packing, and loading of finished plywood pallets and end fitments.

• Coordinate with freight forwarders, carriers, and internal drivers to schedule timely deliveries.

• Ensure all shipping documentation (bills of lading, packing lists, delivery receipts) is accurate and compliant.

4. General Warehouse Operations & Safety

• Lead, train, and manage warehouse and material handling staff (e.g., forklift drivers, loaders).

• Enforce strict safety protocols, especially regarding the heavy lifting, stacking, and cutting of plywood materials.

• Optimize warehouse layout to maximize space utilization and improve material flow from inbound $\rightarrow$ production $\rightarrow$ outbound.

Job Requirements & Qualifications

• Experience: 3–5 years of experience in warehouse management, ideally within a manufacturing, woodworking, or packaging environment.

• Skills: Strong background in Production Planning / Scheduling (MRP/ERP systems experience is highly valued).

• Knowledge: Familiarity with lumber/plywood grading, industrial packaging standards, and safe operation of material handling equipment (forklifts, stackers).

• Attributes: Exceptional organizational skills, a problem-solving mindset to handle supply chain bottlenecks, and strong leadership capabilities.