We are seeking a qualified and experienced Textile Plant Head to oversee our Garments manufacturing operations. The incumbent will be responsible for leading the entire manufacturing operations of the garment factory, ensuring on-time delivery, cost efficiency, consistent product quality, compliance, and continuous improvement. This role oversees Production, Cutting, IE, Quality, Maintenance, Planning, and HR (factory operations).

Key Responsibilities

A. Production & Operational Management

• Oversee day-to-day operations across cutting, sewing, finishing, and packing
• Ensure achievement of daily, weekly, and monthly production targets.
• Drive productivity improvements and ensure optimal utilization of manpower and machines.
• Review line plans and ensure adherence to production schedules.

B. Planning & Coordination

• Coordinate with PPC/Planning team for capacity booking and realistic loading plans.
• Ensure smooth style changeovers, pre-production approvals, and risk assessments.
• Conduct daily production review meetings with functional heads.

C. Quality Management

• Ensure strict adherence to buyer quality standards.
• Reduce DHU, rework, and rejection levels across all processes.
• Drive root-cause analysis and CAPA for any major quality deviations.

D. Industrial Engineering

• Monitor SMV accuracy, efficiency improvements, and skill development plans.
• Push for lean manufacturing and productivity improvement projects.
• Ensure correct line balancing and method engineering.

E. Cost & Efficiency Control

• Monitor operational costs, including labour, overtime, wastage, and utilities.
• Ensure manufacturing costs stay within approved budgets.
• Improve process efficiency and reduce non-value-added activities.

F. Workforce Management

• Lead, train, and motivate department heads and large factory workforce.
• Ensure proper manpower planning, attendance control, and skill matrix mapping.
• Promote a safe, disciplined, and performance-oriented culture.

G. Compliance & Safety

• Ensure adherence to social compliance, safety standards, and customer audits.
• Ensure zero non-compliance findings in customer or third-party audits.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized shop floors (5S).

H. Continuous Improvement

• Drive lean, KAIZEN, 5S, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Implement data-driven decision making through MIS and dashboards.
• Identify opportunities for automation and digital systems.

Qualifications & Experience

• Graduate in Textile / Garment / Industrial Engineering
• 15–20 years of experience in large-scale garment manufacturing.
• Minimum 5 years in a senior leadership role such as AGM/GM/Factory Head.
• Strong knowledge of IE, quality systems, planning, and customer requirements.
• Experience in handling 500–2000+ sewing machines is preferred.

Key Skills

• Strong leadership and team management.
• Excellent communication and decision-making skills.
• Deep understanding of garment production processes.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and efficiency tools.

KPIs (Key Performance Indicators)

• On-time delivery performance.
• Productivity (Efficiency % / Output per machine).
• Quality (DHU %, rejection, rework).
• Cost control and wastage reduction.
• Attendance, attrition, and stability of workforce.
• Achievement of budgeted output and profit margins.
• Customer audit performance and buyer satisfaction.