Industrial Engineer Operations Manager at Hire Resolve

Job Description

• We are seeking an experienced Industrial Engineer Operations Manager to oversee the full manufacturing process, from raw materials through to finished products.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for optimizing production workflows, managing resources and budgets, maintaining quality standards, and driving continuous improvement across the operation.
• This role requires a strong understanding of garment manufacturing, production planning, and industrial engineering principles, together with proven leadership and operational management skills.

Minimum Requirements

• Degree in Industrial Engineering (BEng or BEng Tech).
• At least 5 years’ experience in an equivalent role.
• Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle.
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, 5S, and other advanced manufacturing methodologies.
• Strong understanding of garment manufacturing processes.
• Excellent management, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and cross-functional leadership capabilities.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Production Planning and Scheduling: Develop and manage production schedules to meet customer demand while effectively allocating manpower and machinery.
• Process and Workflow Improvement: Conduct method studies and analyse production processes to eliminate inefficiencies, improve layouts, and increase productivity.
• Work Study: Manage method and time studies, motion economy, and process mapping to optimize manufacturing operations.
• Quality Assurance: Implement and maintain quality control procedures to ensure products meet required standards and customer expectations.
• Budget and Cost Control: Manage departmental budgets, monitor operational performance, identify cost-saving opportunities, and reduce material waste.
• Resource and Supply Chain Management: Work closely with the Supply Chain Manager to ensure raw material availability and maintain appropriate inventory levels.
• Raw Material and Stores Management: Monitor inventory levels and ensure effective raw material controls.
• Equipment Maintenance: Oversee preventative maintenance schedules to minimize equipment breakdowns and unplanned production downtime.
• Health and Safety: Ensure compliance with applicable occupational health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Team Leadership: Recruit, train, supervise, and mentor production staff while establishing and monitoring key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with sales, finance, procurement, and supply chain teams to align production output with business objectives and customer requirements.