The Stitching Unit Supervisor will oversee daily stitching operations within the garment manufacturing production department. Reporting directly to the Production Manager, this role is responsible for managing sewing line workers, ensuring production targets are met, maintaining high-quality standards, and minimizing delays and wastage. The supervisor will coordinate resources, monitor performance, and implement corrective actions to optimize efficiency and output in a fast-paced production environment.
Key Responsibilities
Production Planning & Target Achievement:
- Execute daily production plans aligned with assigned targets.
- Monitor hourly and daily production output to ensure timely completion of orders.
- Identify bottlenecks and implement corrective measures to improve workflow efficiency.
Manpower Management:
- Allocate operators and helpers according to production needs.
- Monitor attendance, discipline, and performance of sewing operators.
- Collaborate with line leaders and production staff to maintain smooth operations.
- Provide training to workers to enhance productivity and sewing skills.
Quality Control:
- Ensure stitching quality complies with approved samples and buyer specifications.
- Monitor seam quality, measurements, stitches per inch (SPI), and overall workmanship.
- Work closely with the quality department to address and resolve defects.
- Minimize rework, rejection rates, and alterations.
Machine & Material Coordination:
- Ensure sewing machines are operational and available as needed.
- Coordinate with maintenance teams to address machine breakdowns promptly.
- Confirm availability of fabric, thread, trims, and other necessary materials.
- Report any material shortages or production interruptions immediately.
Production Monitoring & Reporting:
- Maintain detailed hourly production, efficiency, and rejection reports.
- Monitor work-in-progress (WIP) at each operation stage.
- Provide daily production performance updates to the Production Manager.
- Analyze causes of target shortfalls and implement improvement plans.
Safety & Housekeeping:
- Maintain cleanliness and proper housekeeping in the workplace.
- Ensure adherence to factory safety procedures by all workers.
- Promote discipline, teamwork, and efficient use of resources.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum Intermediate education; a diploma in textile or garment-related fields is preferred.
- 3 to 5 years of experience in garment stitching production, with prior supervisory experience preferred.
- Strong knowledge of sewing operations, production planning, quality standards, and line balancing.
- Basic computer skills and familiarity with production reporting.
- Demonstrated leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
- Experience in managing large teams in a garment manufacturing environment is advantageous.
- Competitive compensation ranging from Rs. 70,000 to Rs. 80,000 per month.
- Work location requires in-person attendance to effectively supervise production activities.
This position offers an opportunity to lead a critical function within a dynamic garment manufacturing setting, contributing directly to production efficiency and product quality.