Description:
Location: Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Managing Director / Project Director
About the Employer
Our client is a rapidly growing company expanding into the manufacturing of industrial workwear and protective garments for domestic and international markets. The facility will specialize in the production of reusable industrial coveralls, workwear uniforms, flame-resistant (FR) garments, and other standard coverall apparel, with a strong focus on quality, operational excellence, and export compliance.
We are looking for an experienced Factory Manager to lead the complete manufacturing operations of this greenfield stitching facility,from factory setup to full-scale production and dispatch.
Position Summary
The Factory Manager will have complete operational responsibility for the manufacturing facility, ensuring efficient production, quality, procurement, inventory management, workforce productivity, and on-time customer deliveries. The ideal candidate has extensive experience managing garment manufacturing operations, preferably in industrial workwear, uniforms, PPE, or technical apparel.
Key ResponsibilitiesFactory Operations
- Lead the end-to-end operations of the manufacturing facility.
- Establish production processes, SOPs, KPIs, and operational controls.
- Ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective factory operations.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve productivity and quality.
Production Management
- Plan and monitor daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules.
- Ensure production targets are achieved while maintaining quality standards.
- Optimize sewing line efficiency, manpower allocation, and machine utilization.
- Monitor cutting, stitching, finishing, packing, and dispatch activities.
Procurement & Supply Chain
- Oversee procurement of fabrics, trims, accessories, packaging materials, and consumables.
- Develop and manage supplier relationships.
- Monitor inventory levels to ensure uninterrupted production.
- Optimize procurement costs without compromising quality.
Quality Management
- Establish robust quality control systems across incoming materials, in-process production, and finished goods.
- Ensure compliance with customer specifications and applicable international standards.
- Reduce rejection rates, rework, and production defects through preventive quality measures.
Inventory & Warehouse Management
- Supervise raw material, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods inventory.
- Ensure accurate stock records and inventory reconciliation.
- Minimize inventory losses and optimize stock turnover.
Dispatch & Logistics
- Coordinate packing, shipment planning, export documentation, and dispatch schedules.
- Ensure timely delivery of customer orders.
- Coordinate with logistics partners and freight providers.
Workforce Management
- Recruit, train, and manage production supervisors, operators, quality inspectors, warehouse staff, and support teams.
- Develop performance metrics and productivity improvement programs.
- Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Cost & Performance Management
- Monitor production costs, material utilization, labour efficiency, and overall factory performance.
- Implement Lean Manufacturing and productivity improvement initiatives.
- Prepare operational reports and performance dashboards for management review.
Compliance & Safety
- Ensure compliance with applicable labour laws, health and safety regulations, and factory compliance standards.
- Maintain a safe and organized manufacturing environment.
- Support factory certifications and customer audits.
Experience
- 6–8 years of experience in garment manufacturing, with at least 3 years in a factory leadership role.
- Proven experience managing garment manufacturing facilities producing industrial workwear, uniforms, PPE, or technical apparel.
- Experience in greenfield factory setup is highly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of industrial sewing operations, cutting, finishing, quality assurance, and production planning.
- Experience serving export markets is highly desirable.
- Knowledge of flame-resistant (FR) garments and international workwear standards is an added advantage.
Technical Competencies
- Garment manufacturing operations
- Production Planning & Control (PPC)
- Industrial engineering and line balancing
- Lean Manufacturing
- Garment costing
- Fabric consumption analysis
- Procurement and vendor management
- Inventory and warehouse management
- Quality management systems
- ERP/MRP systems
- Microsoft Excel and production reporting
Soft Skills
- Strong leadership and people management skills.
- Excellent planning and organizational abilities.
- Strong analytical and decision-making capabilities.
- Effective communication and stakeholder management.
- Problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Production output vs. plan
- On-time order fulfillment
- Line efficiency
- Labour productivity
- Fabric utilization and wastage
- First-pass quality rate
- Rejection and rework percentage
- Procurement cost savings
- Inventory accuracy
- Machine utilization
- Customer complaint rate
- Factory operating cost
Compensation & Benefits
- Attractive remuneration aligned with market benchmarks, commensurate with expertise and credentials.
- Provision of Provident Fund (PF) and mandatory statutory entitlements as per regulatory requirements.
- Comprehensive Group Health Insurance protection for the candidate.
- Business-related communication expenses covered via mobile and telephone reimbursement.
- Entitlement to annual paid leave and observed public holidays according to organizational guidelines.
- Prospects for merit-based bonuses and periodic salary appraisals.
- Avenue for professional advancement within an expanding, export-centric production environment.
Why Join?
- Lead the establishment of a modern industrial workwear manufacturing facility in Coimbatore.
- Play a key leadership role in building a scalable export-focused manufacturing business.
- Work with a growing organization committed to quality, innovation, and operational excellence.
- Opportunity to build high-performing teams and shape the future of the factory's operations.