Operations Manager (Knit)

Lead and manage end-to-end garment manufacturing operations, ensuring smooth production flow from raw material receipt to finished goods shipment.

Ensure timely completion of all production processes to achieve on-time shipment in accordance with buyer requirements.

Develop and implement daily, weekly, and monthly production plans aligned with customer delivery schedules and factory capacity.

Monitor production performance continuously and take immediate corrective actions to eliminate delays and operational bottlenecks.

Maintain accurate production reports, KPIs, and operational records for management review and decision-making.

Closely supervise Cutting, Sewing, Sample, Quality, Finishing, Planning, and Packing departments to maximize productivity and efficiency.

Ensure production targets are achieved while maintaining buyer-required quality standards.

Monitor hourly production performance and implement productivity improvement initiatives to increase output.

Optimize sewing line layouts, machine allocation, workflow balancing, and manpower deployment for maximum efficiency.

Ensure proper line setup, production readiness, and smooth production execution before bulk manufacturing begins.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and eliminate production waste.

Maximize factory capacity utilization while minimizing downtime, overtime, alteration, repair costs, and production losses.

Reduce fabric wastage and improve material utilization through effective planning and process control.

Monitor production consumption, costing, inventory utilization, and operational expenses to improve profitability.

Ensure the factory operates efficiently, profitably, and in compliance with organizational objectives.

Oversee Industrial Engineering (IE) functions, including SMV validation, line balancing, work-study, and productivity analysis.

Implement Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, and other continuous improvement methodologies to improve operational performance.

Identify production bottlenecks and implement sustainable corrective actions to improve workflow efficiency.

Monitor production KPIs including efficiency, DHU, line efficiency, absenteeism, machine utilization, and output achievement.

Ensure compliance with buyer quality standards throughout all manufacturing stages.

Reduce defect rates by strengthening in-line, end-line, and final quality inspection processes.

Improve First Pass Yield (FPY) and minimize rework, alteration, and repair costs.

Supervise final inspection readiness, packing quality, and shipment approval processes.

Coordinate closely with Merchandising, Planning, Commercial, Warehouse, Procurement, Cutting, Sewing, Quality, Finishing, and Shipping teams to ensure uninterrupted production.

Track the availability of fabrics, trims, accessories, and production materials to prevent shortages.

Resolve cross-functional production issues promptly to maintain workflow continuity and shipment commitments.

Ensure smooth material flow across all production stages until shipment completion.

Lead, supervise, and motivate production managers, supervisors, and operational staff to achieve organizational objectives.

Build a high-performance culture through coaching, mentoring, and continuous employee development.

Organize technical and operational training programs to improve workforce skills, productivity, quality awareness, and safety practices.

Promote teamwork, discipline, accountability, and effective communication across all operational departments.

Maintain a safe, clean, organized, and compliant manufacturing environment in accordance with company policies and buyer requirements.

Ensure compliance with quality, safety, compliance, environmental, and labor standards.

Monitor operational risks and implement preventive measures to ensure uninterrupted factory operations.

Coordinate with merchandising teams regarding production status, sample approvals, lead times, and shipment schedules.

Provide timely production updates and resolve production-related concerns affecting customer deliveries.

Support successful buyer visits, factory audits, technical meetings, and production reviews.

Ensure customer satisfaction through consistent delivery of quality products within committed lead times.

Capacity to monitor and coordinate all operational activities — from order placement to shipment — ensuring smooth communication, timely delivery, and accurate execution.

Must have excellent English communication skills and the ability to handle buyer correspondence professionally.

Proven experience managing planning, factory operations, production lines, QC teams, or sample rooms.

Highly organized with the ability to set up production calendars, cutting plans, and workflows.

Problem-solving and intuitive decision-making under pressure.