: Industry: Footwear (Cutting & Stitching) Location: Bahadurgarh, Haryana In many factories, maintenance is seen as fixing machines when they break down.” We believe it’s much more than that. It’s about: Driving efficiency Reducing breakdowns Building and leading a strong team Creating a TPM-driven culture where machines run at peak performance We’re looking for a Maintenance Leader who can transform our Cutting & Stitching Maintenance team into a world-class function: proactive, efficient, and innovative. ’ Build & lead a team of mechanics (Automatic & semi-auto sewing machines with different bed & feed types, skiving, embossing, etc.) Implement & drive TPM Build preventive & predictive maintenance programs Upskill the team on proactive techniques Control costs & optimize spare parts Partner with production to maximize machine uptime ’ Engineering Graduate with 8+ years’ experience in footwear/ apparel/ sewn industry maintenance Strong knowledge of sewing machines (various bed types, skiving, embossing, etc.) Proven TPM experience & cultural transformation A leader, mentor, and hands-on problem solver ? Lead the transformation of a growing footwear unit Thrive in a culture of innovation & continuous improvement Be the key driver to achieve zero breakdowns & peak efficiency
About the Company Hillson Footwear Pvt. Ltd. is a leading manufacturer of safety footwear, committed to quality, innovation, and worker safety. We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Team Leader to manage and supervise the Shoe Upper Stitching Department for our Safety Shoes production unit. Key Responsibilities Supervise and manage the stitching team to ensure timely and quality completion of shoe uppers for safety shoes. Plan daily production schedules and allocate work as per targets. Ensure adherence to quality standards, minimizing rework and rejection. Train and guide stitching operators to enhance their skills and productivity. Monitor machine performance and coordinate with maintenance for smooth operations. Maintain discipline, safety, and housekeeping in the department. Collaborate with the Quality and Production teams to resolve process issues. Track productivity, output, and wastage, and prepare daily/weekly reports. Required Skills & Competencies Strong technical knowledge of shoe upper stitching processes (preferably in safety shoes). Ability to handle and lead a stitching team efficiently. Good understanding of industrial sewing machines (flat, zig-zag, post-bed, etc.). Eye for detail and commitment to quality. Problem-solving, time management, and leadership skills.