Textile Laboratory Supervisor / Manager

Elitez Pte Ltd; Kuala Lumpur; Presencial; MYR 40.000 - 66.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Elitez Pte Ltd seeks an experienced Textile Laboratory Supervisor to lead our fabric testing laboratory in Jepara, Indonesia. You will manage a team of 20–30 staff, oversee physical and chemical testing, and ensure adherence to international brand quality standards and procedures.

You will develop SOPs, coordinate testing requirements for new brands, and drive quality improvements across operations, calibration, and safety.

Formación

• Minimum 5 years of experience in textile laboratory operations.
• At least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial position.
• Experience managing fabric testing labs for international brands (EU/US, UNIQLO).
• Strong knowledge of physical and chemical fabric testing (colorfastness, tensile strength, composition).
• Hands-on experience operating textile testing instruments and laboratory equipment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to investigate testing abnormalities and implement corrective actions.
• Experience developing laboratory SOPs, testing procedures, and QC standards.
• Leadership and team management of approximately 20–30 staff.
• Fluent in Mandarin and English is preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and supervise daily laboratory operations, including task allocation, team performance evaluation, and staff development.
• Oversee physical and chemical fabric testing processes to ensure accuracy, consistency, and timely completion.
• Ensure all testing activities follow established procedures and quality standards.
• Investigate abnormal test results and fabric quality issues, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions.
• Prepare detailed reports on testing results, quality issues, and improvement recommendations.
• Compile weekly and monthly testing reports, including data analysis and quality performance trends.
• Work closely with procurement and production teams to support quality-related decisions.
• Coordinate the implementation of testing requirements for newly onboarded international brands.
• Review and establish appropriate testing methods, evaluation criteria, and laboratory procedures.
• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), testing guidelines, and quality control standards.
• Ensure consistent implementation of laboratory testing systems and processes.
• Oversee laboratory equipment maintenance, calibration, and operational readiness.
• Manage laboratory testing materials, consumables, and procurement activities to ensure cost efficiency.
• Maintain proper laboratory conditions, including temperature, humidity, and workplace safety.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety regulations and operational standards.
• Maintain a strong understanding of fabric testing standards and quality requirements from international brands, particularly European and American brands and UNIQLO.
• Ensure compliance with physical and chemical testing requirements, including formaldehyde, heavy metals, colorfastness, and other relevant environmental standards.

Conocimientos

Textile testing

Laboratory leadership

Data analysis

Quality control

SOP development

Herramientas

Textile testing instruments

Descripción del empleo

We are looking for an experienced Textile Laboratory Supervisor to lead and manage our fabric testing laboratory in Jepara, Indonesia. This role will be responsible for overseeing laboratory operations, managing a team of 20–30 laboratory staff, ensuring accurate fabric testing results, and maintaining compliance with international brand standards.

The ideal candidate should have a strong background in textile laboratory testing, hands‑on experience with physical and chemical fabric testing, and proven leadership experience in managing laboratory teams.

Key Responsibilities

1. Laboratory Team & Testing Management

Lead and supervise daily laboratory operations, including task allocation, team performance evaluation, and staff development.

Oversee physical and chemical fabric testing processes to ensure accuracy, consistency, and timely completion.

Ensure all testing activities follow established procedures and quality standards.

2. Testing Analysis & Quality Improvement

Investigate abnormal test results and fabric quality issues, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions.

Prepare detailed reports on testing results, quality issues, and improvement recommendations.

Compile weekly and monthly testing reports, including data analysis and quality performance trends.

Work closely with procurement and production teams to support quality-related decisions.

3. Testing Standards & New Brand Development

Coordinate the implementation of testing requirements for newly onboarded international brands.

Review and establish appropriate testing methods, evaluation criteria, and laboratory procedures.

Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), testing guidelines, and quality control standards.

Ensure consistent implementation of laboratory testing systems and processes.

4. Laboratory Operations & Equipment Management

Oversee laboratory equipment maintenance, calibration, and operational readiness.

Manage laboratory testing materials, consumables, and procurement activities to ensure cost efficiency.

Maintain proper laboratory conditions, including temperature, humidity, and workplace safety.

Ensure compliance with laboratory safety regulations and operational standards.

5. International Brand Quality Compliance

Maintain a strong understanding of fabric testing standards and quality requirements from international brands, particularly European and American brands and UNIQLO.

Ensure compliance with physical and chemical testing requirements, including formaldehyde, heavy metals, colorfastness, and other relevant environmental standards.

Ensure all fabric testing procedures and evaluation results meet customer specifications and international quality expectations.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of experience in textile laboratory operations or fabric testing, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial position.

Previous experience managing fabric testing laboratories for international brands, particularly European/American brands and UNIQLO.

Strong technical knowledge of physical and chemical fabric testing, including colorfastness, tensile strength, fabric composition analysis, and environmental testing.

Hands‑on experience operating various textile testing instruments and laboratory equipment.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate testing abnormalities and implement corrective actions.

Proven experience developing laboratory SOPs, testing procedures, and quality control standards.

Good knowledge of laboratory equipment maintenance, calibration, and daily operational management.

Strong leadership and team management capabilities, with the ability to lead a team of approximately 20–30 laboratory staff.

Excellent reporting, data analysis, communication, and coordination skills.

Fluent in Mandarin and English is preferred.

Additional Information

Relocation: Willingness to relocate and work in Jepara, Indonesia is required.