Plant Head/Factory manager

Roles of Plant Head in a Garments Company

• Act as the overall leader of the factory, responsible for planning, executing, and controlling all plant activities.
• Ensure smooth functioning of production, quality, maintenance, HR, and compliance departments.
• Align plant operations with organizational goals in terms of productivity, profitability, and sustainability.
• Act as the key communication link between the management/head office and the factory teams.
• Drive a culture of discipline, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities of Plant Head

1. Production & Operations

• Plan and execute daily/weekly/monthly production schedules to meet buyer deadlines.
• Monitor productivity (line efficiency, SMV, output) and ensure optimal use of manpower and machines.
• Minimize downtime, bottlenecks, and wastage in the production process.
• Introduce lean manufacturing practices, time & motion studies, and cost-saving initiatives.

2. Quality Assurance

• Ensure adherence to buyer quality standards and minimize rejection/returns.
• Implement in-line and final inspection systems.
• Foster a zero-defect mindset and promote continuous improvement in quality systems.

3. Compliance & Safety

• Ensure compliance with labor laws, buyer code of conduct, social audits, and environmental standards.
• Oversee health, safety, and security of workers inside the factory.
• Maintain proper documentation for audits and statutory requirements.

4. People Management

• Supervise departmental heads (Production, IE, QA, HR, Maintenance, Stores, etc.).
• Motivate and train employees to improve efficiency and reduce attrition.
• Handle conflicts, grievances, and disciplinary matters effectively.
• Ensure smooth coordination between management and worker unions (if applicable).

5. Cost & Resource Management

• Control production cost, wastage, and overtime.
• Optimize resource utilization (manpower, fabric, trims, machines, utilities).
• Track budget vs. actual and implement cost-saving measures.

6. Maintenance & Infrastructure

• Ensure preventive and breakdown maintenance of machines and factory infrastructure.
• Plan capacity expansion, new machinery installation, and technology up gradation.

7. Reporting & Coordination

• Report plant performance (production, quality, efficiency, cost, absenteeism) to senior management.
• Participate in buyer meetings, audits, and virtual factory evaluations.
• Provide insights to management for strategic planning and growth.

Preferred candidate profile

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, industrial management, logistics, or related field.
• 10-12 years of experience in Garments industry.
• Knowledge of Garment processes and quality control standards.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Strong leadership and management skills.

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