MANAGER PRODUCTIE

Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Textile Engineering, Operations Management, or related field (preferred) OR equivalent work experience.
Proven experience as a Production Manager, or a similar role, in a sewing factory or textile manufacturing environment – this is a MUST
Strong analytical skills with the ability to read production data, identify inefficiencies, and implement corrective actions.
Proficiency in production planning, capacity analysis, and resource allocation.
In-depth practical knowledge of balancing production sewing lines while keeping low WIP levels, within a small orders environment and with proven results – this is a very relevant requirement.
Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire teams towards achieving common goals.
Staff training skills; ability to put in place effective and consistent staff training plans
Knowledge of garment manufacturing processes and machinery, with the ability to assess and recommend equipment upgrades, special devices or modifications – this is a very relevant requirement.
Experience in implementing and sustaining lean manufacturing practices and continuous improvement methodologies.
Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to resolving operational challenges.
Previous significant operational and project lead roles.
Availability to travel (not in a regular basis; within Romania and/or abroad)

Personal Profile

Very strong execution and planning skills
“Shopfloor profile” (instead of “office profile”)
Proven track record of achieving operational results.
Hands-on and highly self-driven. Proactive and motivated
Collaborator, facilitator, and team player
Emphatic but exigent, demanding performance and results
Excellent communication and people skills
Fluent both in Romanian and English

• Develop and implement strategies to enhance production efficiency and reduce manufacturing costs without compromising quality.
• Analyze production requirements and ︁︀​︂︃︃​︇︂​︁︃︁determine optimal machinery and manpower allocation for each order to meet production targets.
• Conduct daily performance analysis, identify bottlenecks in the production line, and propose and implement effective solutions. Ensure line balancing, granting flow and low level of WIP
• Lead and mentor a team of technicians, supervisors, and production staff, setting clear expectations, communicating challenges and targets, and providing positive feedback and coaching.
• Support the maintenance team to develop the equipment maintenance plan to ensure availability and maintenance of necessary equipment timely.
• Oversee quality control processes to ensure adherence to product specifications and customer requirements.
• Monitor production schedules to ensure on-time delivery.
• Implement lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives to optimize processes and enhance productivity.
• Ensure compliance on health and safety.

Criteria for success

Efficiency Improvement:
Production Output: Increase production output while maintaining or improving quality standards.
Resource Utilization: Optimize the use of machinery, materials, and manpower to reduce waste and minimize costs.
Lead Time Reduction: Implement strategies to shorten lead times and improve responsiveness to customer demands.

Cost Management:
Cost Reduction: Identify opportunities to reduce manufacturing costs without compromising quality.

Quality Control:
Quality Standards: Ensure that all garments meet or exceed quality standards and customer expectations.
Defect Reduction: Implement measures to reduce defects and rework, thus improving overall product quality.

On-Time Delivery:
Delivery Performance: Meet or exceed delivery targets, ensuring that orders are completed and shipped on schedule.
Customer Satisfaction: Enhance customer satisfaction through timely delivery and consistent product quality.

Team Leadership and Development:
Team Engagement: Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, motivating and empowering production teams.
Skill Development: Provide training and development opportunities to enhance the skills and capabilities of production staff.

Problem-Solving and Continuous Improvement:
Issue Resolution: Proactively address production issues and bottlenecks, implementing effective solutions.
Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives, implement best practices and optimize manufacturing processes to reduce costs and improve efficiency in production.

Health, Safety, and Compliance:
Safety Standards: Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations to maintain a safe working environment.

Communication and Collaboration:
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with other LTP locations in Lithuania and Ukraine to optimize production processes.
Communication: Communicate effectively with senior management, providing regular updates on production performance and key initiatives.

Strategic Planning:
Long-Term Planning: Contribute to the development of production strategies aligned with business goals.
Capacity Planning: Anticipate future production needs and plan for capacity expansion or optimization.

Performance Metrics:
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): Achieve or exceed targets set for production KPIs such as: efficiency to reach 70% AVG on 2024 second semester and 80% AVG in 2025, quality, and costs.