EMBROIDERY DEPARTMENT MANAGER

SUMMARY:
EMBROIDERY DEPARTMENT MANAGER- Newlands West Durban

• To supervise the process of c end to end from the quoting, sampling, ordering of raw materials, maintenance of machinery and production capacity planning
• Take responsibility for hiring of skilled workers and identification of training requirements for staff, with authorisation
• Ensure all the safety equipment is in working order and the workers are trained in the safety measures
• Uses the appropriate resources to achieve the production plan in terms of productivity, quantity and delivery schedule to ensure on time delivery of quality production.
• Supervises Embroidery Department staff to produce the best quality embroidered headwear and scarves
• Scheduling of deliveries from Embroidery to the Warehouse or Local CMT production for 100% on time delivery to customers
• Analysis and reporting of production data and troubleshooting.
• Apply manufacturing systems & tools to improve Safety, Quality and Productivity
• Oversees Digitizing to ensure no delay in quoting and sampling process
• Sample make up within timeline of 24 hours
• Time study and recording of time sheets for digitizing and sampling filed in respective files
• Facilitation of day and night shift - handover and reprioritizing of tasks at end of shift
• Maintain production flow and delivery of on time orders and is conversant with Planning functions.
• Checking and recording the movement of Styles (Caps, Beanies or Scarves) and raw materials to and from the Embroidery Machines
• Ensure security of the stock/store and other materials
• Facilitate production communication to ensure lead times are tracked and critical path is managed to meet customer delivery date
• Communicates with quality auditors and reviews and suggests corrective action to address any issues identified.
• Assess order failures to determine whether style should be repaired or scrapped
• Ordering of all thread, Vilene, EVA foam, stationery and machine parts to ensure the continued running of the Embroidery Department
• Overseeing the maintenance and upkeep of all machinery
• Signing off on invoices and credit notes for Embroidery Department with Accounts
• Effectively communicate and manage internal lead times for costing, quoting, design of artwork, sampling and client approvals
• Develop an effective network of communication to ensure shared knowledge and understanding of business activity.
• Manages any   employee   relations   issues   which   may   arise, including counselling, discipline and grievance processes, within the framework of applicable labour legislation and company policies
• Management of salaries, attendance, absenteeism and leave due for Embroidery Department staff
• Working knowledge of embroidery machinery and all related processes
• Full understanding of flat & 3D embroidery, patches, appliques and sequencing.
• Advanced knowledge of Wilcom & ZSK software
• Well-developed relationships with suppliers
• Working knowledge of job costings
• Ability to supervise factory capacity and production scheduling
• Ability to supervise material requirements.
• Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to drive and motivate a team of 50+ staff in a fully unionized environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong listening, presentation and decision-making skills
• Self-starter – ability to work unsupervised, manage own time and activities
• Solid organizational skills
• Meticulous attention to detail

POSITION INFO:
#Embroidery Department Manager #Production #Durban