Production Manager

Cohire Solutions; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Fashion Smith Pvt. Ltd. in Gurugram invites an experienced Production Manager to lead end-to-end garment production for international buyers.

You will plan, oversee cutting, stitching, finishing, packing, and shipment readiness, ensuring on-time delivery and buyer satisfaction. Responsibilities include coordinating with merchandising, sourcing, planning, quality and logistics, reviewing T&A calendars, improving processes with Lean, Kaizen and 5S, and ensuring compliance with social,

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of garment production experience.
• Experience in woven/knitted/denim production for international buyers.
• Strong knowledge of AQL, production planning, and line balancing.
• Familiarity with social compliance standards (BSCI, SEDEX, WRAP, ISO).

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end garment production, including cutting, stitching, finishing, packing, and shipment readiness.
• Develop and execute production plans aligned with buyer schedules and priorities.
• Coordinate with merchandising, sourcing, planning, quality, and logistics teams for smooth order execution.
• Communicate production status, capacity, quality updates, and shipment commitments with international buyers.
• Review T&A calendars and monitor the critical production path to ensure timely orders.
• Lead line planning, line balancing, and capacity utilization to maximize productivity.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Textile Engineering or Apparel Production

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

MIS reporting

Production planning software

Job description

Job Description Production Manager (Garment Export House)

About the Company

Fashion Smith Pvt. Ltd. is a leading garment export house specializing in the manufacturing and export of high-quality apparel for international brands and buyers. We are seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead end-to-end production operations, ensuring on-time delivery, superior product quality, buyer satisfaction, and continuous process improvement while maintaining compliance with international standards.

Location:

Plot No. 680, Sector 37, Pace City II, Gurugram, Haryana

Company website :

https://fashionsmith.in/

Key Responsibilities

• * Manage end-to-end garment production, including cutting, stitching, finishing, packing, and shipment readiness.
• * Develop and execute production plans in line with buyer delivery schedules and order priorities.
• * Coordinate closely with merchandising, sourcing, planning, quality, and logistics teams to ensure smooth order execution.
• * Handle communication with international buyers regarding production status, capacity planning, quality updates, and shipment commitments.
• * Review Time and Action (T&A) calendars and monitor the critical production path to ensure timely execution of orders.
• * Ensure production targets are achieved while maintaining buyer quality standards and delivery commitments.
• * Lead line planning, line balancing, and capacity utilization to maximize productivity and minimize production losses.
• * Implement Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
• * Monitor production efficiency, machine utilization, DHU (Defects per Hundred Units), WIP (Work in Progress), and overall factory performance.
• * Coordinate with Quality Assurance teams to ensure inline, end-line, and final inspections meet buyer specifications and AQL standards.
• * Resolve production, quality, and technical issues proactively to prevent shipment delays.
• * Ensure factories comply with buyer requirements, including social, ethical, environmental, and workplace safety standards.
• * Coordinate buyer visits, factory audits, compliance audits, and third-party inspections.
• * Monitor inventory availability of fabrics, trims, accessories, and packaging materials to prevent production interruptions.
• * Work closely with maintenance teams to minimize machine downtime and improve equipment efficiency.
• * Prepare daily production reports, efficiency reports, shipment status reports, and management dashboards.
• * Train, mentor, and supervise production supervisors, line leaders, and operators to improve performance and productivity.
• * Drive cost optimization initiatives through process improvements, waste reduction, and better resource utilization.
• * Ensure all production activities comply with company policies, buyer requirements, and export house standards.

Requirements

• * Minimum 5–8 years of experience in garment production, preferably in an export house or apparel manufacturing organization.
• * Proven experience in managing woven, knitted, or denim garment production for international buyers.
• * Strong knowledge of garment manufacturing processes, production planning, industrial engineering, line balancing, and capacity planning.
• * Hands-on experience in buyer handling, production follow-up, quality management, and shipment coordination.
• * Sound knowledge of AQL standards, garment construction, quality systems, and buyer compliance requirements.
• * Experience in implementing Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, Six Sigma principles, or other productivity improvement initiatives.
• * Familiarity with social compliance standards such as BSCI, SEDEX, WRAP, ISO, and buyer audit requirements.
• * Strong understanding of factory KPIs, including efficiency, DHU, WIP, absenteeism, productivity, and on-time delivery.
• * Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, ERP systems, production planning software, and MIS reporting.
• * Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• * Ability to manage multiple production lines and high-volume export orders under strict timelines.
• * Bachelor’s degree in Textile Engineering, Apparel Production, Fashion Technology, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline is preferred.

We look forward to hearing from you.