GSD Work Study Analyst

Jonsson Workwear; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading workwear manufacturer is seeking a methodical IEES Analyst in Durban to enhance garment production efficiency. The role involves creating labor breakdowns, auditing factory operations, and ensuring alignment of standards. A background in Work Study and sewing manufacturing is essential, with an advantage for those studying Industrial Engineering. This position is crucial for maintaining high-quality production standards and timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in operational breakdowns and line balancing.
• Sound understanding of the sewing manufacturing industry.
• Studying toward or completed qualification in Industrial Engineering advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Create labor breakdowns for costing using GSD methodology.
• Audit factory lines for efficiency and optimal line balances.
• Align costed SMVs and actual SMVs for production.

Skills

Operational breakdowns

Line balancing

GSD standards

Sewing manufacturing industry knowledge

Education

Relevant qualification in Work Study

Industrial Engineering (added advantage)

Job description

Overview

From first concept to the final stitch, every Jonsson Workwear garment is meticulously designed and developed for performance. Before our workwear goes into production, each detail is fine-tuned to ensure it is ready for efficient, high-quality manufacturing. We are looking for a methodical, improvement-focused IEES Analyst to join our Garment Technology team in Durban.

In this essential role, you will help shape how garments move from concept to bulk production by collaborating closely with our Product Development team at our HQ in Durban, as well as our factories across Southern Africa. With your strategic eye for efficiency, you will set fair standards that are backed by data to guide how we make our workwear. By optimising resources and reducing lead times, you will help our manufacturing teams work smarter, ultimately upholding our promise of dependable quality and faster delivery.

Responsibilities

• Use GSD methodology to create accurate labour breakdowns for costing, aligned with the latest and most efficient manufacturing methods.


• Ensure labour breakdowns take into account available machinery, current line setups and the skills in each factory.


• Observe and audit factory lines to identify smarter ways of working, and provide optimal line balances that maximise efficiency across teams.


• Maintain alignment between costed SMVs and actual SMVs for pre-production and bulk production, by style.


• Analyse quality results and recommend improvements for smoother, more efficient production.

Qualifications

• A relevant qualification in Work Study, with a proven track record in operational breakdowns, line balancing and applying GSD standards.


• A sound understanding of the sewing manufacturing industry.


• Studying toward, or completed, a qualification in Industrial Engineering would be an added advantage.

In line with Jonsson Workwear's commitment to employment equity, applications from candidates from designated groups, as well as candidates with disabilities, are encouraged.