Head of Production

V2 Retail Ltd; Indore District; On-site; INR 12,00,000 - 18,00,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading apparel manufacturer in Indore is seeking a Production Head to oversee the day-to-day operations of its garment manufacturing unit. The ideal candidate will have at least 15 years of experience in high-volume production, a background in textile engineering, and excellent leadership skills. Responsibilities include meeting production targets, implementing process improvements, and ensuring quality compliance across the manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years in apparel manufacturing with significant exposure to high-volume production.
• Proven experience in achieving daily, weekly, and monthly manufacturing targets.
• Strong knowledge of sewing line balancing, fabric types, trims, and finishing.

Responsibilities

• Drive daily, weekly, and monthly production target achievement.
• Oversee end-to-end operations including quality and maintenance.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing and minimize downtime.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Garment manufacturing processes

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Education

B.Tech / B.E. (Textile / Garment Technology)

Diploma in Apparel Manufacturing

Job description

The Production Head will support the Factory Manager in managing the apparel manufacturing unit’s day-to-day operations, ensuring daily, weekly, and monthly production targets are consistently met with optimum quality, efficiency, and cost control. This role demands strong leadership, technical expertise, and a results-oriented approach in a high-volume garment manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Target Achievement & Production Planning: Drive daily, weekly, and monthly production target achievement in alignment with customer orders and business commitments.
• Target Achievement & Production Planning: Monitor line-wise productivity and take timely corrective measures to address shortfalls.
• Target Achievement & Production Planning: Support capacity planning and scheduling to ensure optimal resource utilization.

Operations & Process Excellence

• Oversee end-to-end operations across production, quality, maintenance, and material flow.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and other process improvement methods.
• Minimize downtime and ensure smooth workflow across all production lines.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Ensure all products meet defined quality standards (AQL, buyer specifications).
• Support regular in-line and end-line quality checks.
• Ensure compliance with statutory norms, safety protocols, and labor laws.

Cost & Resource Management

• Assist in budget control, waste reduction, and improving cost efficiency.
• Ensure optimal usage of manpower, machinery, and materials.

People Management & Team Development

• Supervise and guide production supervisors, quality leads, and support staff.
• Monitor individual and team performance against agreed KPIs.
• Foster discipline, accountability, and a performance-driven culture.

Reporting & Coordination

• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly production and performance reports.
• Coordinate closely with the Factory Manager, Merchandising, and Supply Chain teams to meet delivery timelines.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Education: B.Tech / B.E. (Textile / Garment Technology) or equivalent. Diploma in Apparel Manufacturing accepted for exceptional candidates.
• Experience: Minimum 15 years in apparel manufacturing with significant exposure to high-volume production.
• Proven experience in achieving daily, weekly, and monthly manufacturing targets.
• Sound knowledge of garment manufacturing processes, sewing line balancing, fabric types, trims, and finishing.
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, and ISO quality systems is an advantage.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to perform under pressure and deliver results in tight timelines.

Employment Details

• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Seniority level: Director
• Job function: Manufacturing/Production