Deputy Manager / Manager Cutting

The Deputy Manager or Manager Cutting at Alkaram plays a pivotal role in overseeing the cutting department's operations to ensure production efficiency and quality. This position requires an experienced professional with strong leadership and analytical skills. With a minimum of 16 years of experience in the textile or apparel industry, the Deputy Manager or Manager Cutting is responsible for managing a team of one person, coordinating activities, optimizing processes, and implementing best practices in cutting operations. The ideal candidate possesses a comprehensive understanding of fabric inspection, pattern making, and quality control processes, emphasizing time and motion studies to enhance productivity while maintaining high standards of craftsmanship and accuracy. In this role, you will collaborate closely with various departments, leveraging production planning software and ERP systems to streamline workflows and improve operational efficiency. Your expertise in costing analysis and production planning will help align cutting activities with overall business objectives, ensuring that projects stay on schedule and within budget. As a key leader within the organization, you will foster a culture of continuous improvement within the team, driving innovative solutions to enhance cutting techniques and contribute to the companys growth and success.

Responsibilities

Oversee the daily operations of the cutting department to ensure efficient workflow and productivity.
Manage and mentor a team of one, providing guidance and support to achieve departmental objectives.
Implement cutting plans by analyzing patterns and fabric to optimize resource utilization.
Conduct thorough fabric inspections to uphold quality control standards, ensuring the appropriate selection and usage of materials.
Utilize time and motion studies to identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies, leading to actionable improvements for the cutting operation.
Collaborate with the production planning team to strategize and execute cutting schedules that align with overall production timelines.
Employ production planning software and ERP systems effectively, ensuring accurate data management and reporting.
Perform costing analysis to evaluate cutting operations, identifying areas for cost reduction while maintaining quality.
Develop and enforce best practices in cutting techniques, ensuring adherence to industry standards and improving overall craftsmanship.
Foster a culture of safety and continuous improvement within the cutting department, encouraging team members to contribute to process enhancements.