Technical Expert- Garments

Our client, a leading name in apparel manufacturing and sportswear production based in Lahore, Pakistan, is seeking a highly skilled Technical Expert – Garment to join their team on a full-time, onsite basis. This role is pivotal in driving garment manufacturing excellence across cutting, printing & embroidery, and sewing operations. The successful candidate will focus on enhancing product quality, factory productivity, fabric utilization, operational efficiency, and ensuring timely delivery. They will apply world-class manufacturing practices and foster long-term technical capabilities within the factory to meet the standards of global sportswear and premium apparel brands.

Key Responsibilities

Cutting & Fabric Utilization: Lead and optimize cutting operations to maximize fabric utilization and minimize waste. Implement best practices in fabric laying, marker planning, and cutting processes while ensuring accuracy in cutting, size control, and color consistency. Support continuous improvement efforts to reduce cutting defects and material loss.

Printing & Embroidery: Oversee printing and embroidery processes to guarantee quality, placement accuracy, durability, and consistency. Enhance first-pass approval rates and reduce rework by optimizing machine settings, production controls, and quality standards. Ensure finished products meet customer and brand expectations.

Sewing & Production Operations: Manage sewing operations to boost line productivity and manufacturing efficiency. Optimize production layouts, line balancing, and sewing methods to improve operator productivity and overall factory output. Collaborate with production teams to identify and resolve operational bottlenecks.

Quality & Brand Standards: Ensure garments consistently meet global brand quality standards. Work to improve final inspection pass rates and reduce workmanship defects. Support technical audits, quality reviews, and compliance initiatives, promoting a culture of quality embedded in processes rather than relying solely on inspections.

Productivity & Team Development: Establish and implement standard operating procedures across cutting, printing & embroidery, and sewing. Train supervisors, technicians, and operators on best practices and quality standards. Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, efficiency, and quality enhancement. Mentor teams to develop technical capabilities throughout manufacturing operations.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor’s Degree in Textile Engineering, Garment Manufacturing, Apparel Technology, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
- Extensive hands-on experience in cutting operations, printing & embroidery, sewing operations, and sportswear & knit garment manufacturing.
- Proven track record working with international apparel brands and adhering to global quality standards.
- Strong expertise in garment construction, production processes, and technical problem-solving.
- Experience in manufacturing environments supplying premium global apparel brands.
- Deep understanding of productivity improvement, line balancing, quality control, and operational excellence.
- Excellent leadership, coaching, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to drive change and implement sustainable improvements across factory operations.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits

Additional certifications in productivity improvement, manufacturing excellence, or operational efficiency are advantageous. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong hands-on expertise across all garment manufacturing areas and a proven ability to solve production and quality challenges directly on the factory floor. Experience working with demanding global apparel brands and a strong focus on building team capability and developing technical talent are essential. A continuous improvement mindset and passion for operational excellence will ensure success in this role.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a technical professional looking to elevate their career within a dynamic and globally recognized apparel manufacturing environment. If you are ready to contribute your expertise and lead manufacturing excellence, this role offers a platform to make a significant impact.