Job Responsibilities

Production Planning and Scheduling:

• Develop production plans and schedules based on sales forecasts, order requirements, and production capacity to meet customer demands.
• Coordinate with sales, design, and merchandising teams to understand product requirements, production timelines, and quality standards.
• Monitor production progress, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and adjust schedules as needed to optimize efficiency and meet production targets.

Sewing and Garment Production:

• Utilize sewing skills and expertise to oversee garment production processes, including fabric cutting, pattern making, stitching, and finishing.
• Train and mentor sewing staff on advanced sewing techniques, quality standards, and production procedures to ensure consistent and high-quality output.
• Troubleshoot sewing machine issues, resolve technical problems and implement preventive maintenance measures to minimize downtime and maximize productivity.

Team Leadership and Management:

• Lead, motivate, and inspire a team of sewing personnel, including seamstresses, tailors, and sewing machine operators, to achieve production goals and quality objectives.
• Provide coaching, training, and performance feedback to sewing staff to enhance their skills, productivity, and teamwork.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement within the production team to drive operational excellence and achieve organizational goals.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate production records, including production schedules, work orders, and inventory reports.
• Generate regular production reports and performance metrics to track production efficiency, yield rates, and quality performance.
• Analyze production data, identify trends, and provide insights to management for decision-making and process improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Design or any other social sciences . Additional certifications or training in production management are desirable.
• Proven experience in sewing and various aspects of fashion production, with a minimum of 3 years of experience in a managerial or supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of garment construction techniques, sewing machinery, and production processes within the fashion industry.
• Proficiency in using production planning tools and productivity software to manage production operations and track performance metrics.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively lead and motivate a diverse team.
• Analytical mindset and problem-solving abilities to identify production bottlenecks, analyze production data, and implement process improvements.
• Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced production environment.
• Flexibility and adaptability to respond to changing production requirements, customer demands, and market trends.