Supervisor
EMCO , (Carpentery
Total years of experience :29 years, 0 Months
Developing unique home and office furniture solutions for complete building interior
Creating design plans from freehand sketches for construction projects as it relates to furniture and interior decoration
Providing product costs and developed pricing strategies for new designs for commission projects
Developing new product prototypes to acquire patents and for new clients in the construction sector
Creating bills and numbering logic for new products for all commissioned projects being handled by my organization
Selecting furniture materials including wood, textiles and metal for building construction
Attending multiple workshops and seminars on furniture design and manufacturing in the construction industry
Conducting product evaluation, product testing and capability studies for furniture and interior decoration
Completed two design concept and color scheme choices for assigned client (an upscale, regional women's wear boutique chain), winning acceptance and go-ahead for project.
Developed entire design concept (including fixture/furniture selection, space planning and architectural details); ensured code compliance (commercial grade) of all fabrics and finishes; and delivered final presentation.
Praised by both client and design firm for the creativity, functionality, cost-effectiveness and vision of finished project.
Organized workshop/seminars to train staff and employees of furniture companies who contracted my company
Gave approval of drawing designs and advise clients on furniture designs
Recommended designs to commercial clients as its relate to purpose of edifice whether commercial or private
Gave approval on furniture materials such as upholstery, wood type, adhesive, etc.
In charge of all contract matters such as deadline, material specifications, transportation of materials to site, and constant communication with clients
Developed unique classroom, office & presentation furniture solutions.
Created and maintained current design documentation from freehand sketches.
Prototyped new products to acquire design verification.
Estimated product costs and supported product pricing strategies for new designs.
Created bills of material and model numbering logic for new products.
Researched and planned various styles of furniture design.
Selected suitable materials, which included wood, metal, plastic and textiles.
Evaluated costs, and manufacturing methods and techniques.
Organized planned and scheduled with respect to the availability of resources.
Attended manufacturing and furniture design workshops, seminars.
Conducted capability studies and product testing and evaluation during implementation.
Meeting the clients to understand their requirements and preparing the designs as per their specifications
Drawing simple designs with the help of the designing software and handing over critical designs to the expert designers
Estimating the wood requirements and the tool processes
Carrying out the actual jobs
Using hand tools such as saw, cutter, chisel to make comparatively smaller assemblies
Using automated saw for chopping huge wood pieces
Assembling together all the small elements with the help of glues, pastes or fits to form the final design product
Performed repairs and finishes for furniture under maintenance
Managed over 15 employees in the furniture design and cabinet making section
Provided specification on material quality, design, safety
Discussed the client requirements and provided cost estimates accordingly
Designed complete 3D illustrations after receiving clients approval on rough designs
Provided material specification to the warehousing department and ensured that the raw material purchased meet the quality standards
Communicated with the manufacturing department to ensure that the furniture is made identical to the designs approved by the clients
Provided customized designs for existing product ranges for corporate orders
Developed promotion and pricing strategies in association with the marketing department
Performed various tests on furniture to ensure durability and safety
Maintained project report for all the processes
Facilitate workshops, seminars, and attend trade fair as the company’s representative
Supported management in drawing out job description for new recruits in furniture design and carpentry
Designed training scheme for management and also updated in-house training package
Involved in the different stages of furniture design and development in different capacities
Developed renovated designs for existing ranges of furniture including cushioning of non-cushioned chairs for enhanced comfort
Designed 3D illustrations for new range of wooden and molded furniture
Assisted in the purchase of raw materials
Provided store layout designs for exclusive outlets including the lighting and color schemes
Developed promotional schemes for season sale and stock clearance sale
Restored old and damaged furniture
Responsible for furniture design, presentation of design to clients, and ensuring that designs picked by clients are built to specification
In charge of designs displayed in workshop and also responsible for the removal of furniture designs displayed at all workshops that are either outdated or have one problem or the other
Supervised all furniture designs and directed employees as regard design, materials to be used, and budgetary allocation for commissioned projects
Liaise with customer care department as regard complaints, requests from clients, and project completion
Planned, designed, and furnished interiors.
Formulated designs which combine practical, aesthetic, intended purpose and functions.
Estimated material requirements and costs.
Presented design for client approval and made revisions to unattainable requests by clients.
Selected wall mountings, purchased furnishings, art works and accessories to complement the furniture design theme.
Assisted the Senior Designer in planning, designing and furnishing interiors.
Prepared quotations for material requirements.
Presented ideas and designs to Senior Designer, for approval, and presented these
to clients.
Estimated material requirements and costs.
Created a plan to help clients make the living space safe, functional and attractive.
Made freehand designs and mock-up prototypes.
Diploma in Carpentry Studies