Position Summary
The Production Manager / Head of Production is responsible for managing the complete garment manufacturing process from sampling to final dispatch. The role ensures that every garment meets Torani's luxury quality standards while achieving production targets, controlling costs, and maintaining timely deliveries.
This position requires strong leadership, technical expertise in luxury apparel manufacturing, vendor management, production planning, and coordination across Design, Merchandising, Sourcing, Quality, and Logistics teams.
Key Responsibilities1. Production Planning & Scheduling
- Prepare monthly, weekly, and daily production plans.
- Develop production calendars based on order priorities.
- Allocate work efficiently across all production units.
- Ensure timely completion of customer and retail orders.
- Monitor Work-in-Progress (WIP) and production bottlenecks.
2. End-to-End Production Management
Manage the complete production lifecycle including:
- Sampling
- Pattern Development
- Fabric Inspection
- Cutting
- Embroidery
- Printing
- Dyeing
- Stitching
- Washing (if applicable)
- Finishing
- Ironing
- Quality Inspection
- Packing
- Dispatch
Ensure seamless coordination between all departments throughout the production process.
3. Production Team Management
- Lead and supervise Production Executives, Supervisors, Line Leaders, Tailors, Finishers, and Helpers.
- Assign daily production targets.
- Conduct daily production meetings.
- Monitor employee productivity.
- Train and mentor production staff.
- Maintain discipline and operational efficiency.
4. Vendor & Factory Coordination
Coordinate with:
- Fabric Suppliers
- Embroidery Vendors
- Dyeing Units
- Printing Vendors
- Stitching Units
- Washing Units
- Trims Suppliers
- Packaging Vendors
- Job Workers
Ensure timely procurement and production support.
5. Quality Management
Ensure that every garment meets Torani's luxury quality standards.
Monitor:
- Stitch Quality
- Measurements
- Embroidery Quality
- Fabric Defects
- Shade Matching
- Finishing Standards
- Packing Quality
Implement corrective and preventive actions to reduce defects and rejections.
6. Cost Control
- Monitor production costs.
- Reduce wastage of fabric and trims.
- Improve production efficiency.
- Optimize manpower utilization.
- Control overtime expenses.
- Improve machine utilization.
- Maintain production within approved budgets.
7. Inventory & Material Management
Coordinate with Stores to ensure:
- Fabric availability
- Accessories availability
- Trims planning
- Production consumables
- Material issuance
- Stock reconciliation
- Production consumption reports
8. Process Improvement
- Develop and implement SOPs.
- Improve production workflows.
- Identify production bottlenecks.
- Introduce Lean Manufacturing practices where applicable.
- Improve line balancing and operational efficiency.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives.
9. Production Reporting & MIS
Prepare and submit:
- Daily Production Report
- Weekly Production Status
- Monthly Production MIS
- Order Tracking Report
- Delay Analysis
- Productivity Reports
- WIP Reports
- Rejection Reports
- Efficiency Reports
- Cost Reports
10. Cross Functional Coordination
Collaborate with:
- Design Team
- Merchandising
- Sampling
- Fabric Sourcing
- Stores
- Quality Assurance
- Accounts
- Logistics
- Retail Team
Ensure smooth execution from design approval to final shipment.
11. Compliance & Safety
Ensure compliance with:
- Company SOPs
- Factory Safety Standards
- Labour Laws
- Workplace Discipline
- Housekeeping Standards
- Machine Safety
- Fire & Safety Regulations
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- On-Time Delivery (%)
- Production Efficiency
- Order Fulfillment Rate
- Rejection Percentage
- Rework Percentage
- Wastage Percentage
- Cost per Garment
- Line Efficiency
- Production Target Achievement
- Vendor Performance
- Team Productivity
- Customer Complaint Ratio
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Fashion Technology, Apparel Production, Textile Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
- Additional certification in Production Planning or Lean Manufacturing is preferred.
Experience
- 8–15 years of experience in garment manufacturing.
- Minimum 5 years in a managerial role.
- Experience in luxury fashion, couture, designer wear, bridal wear, or premium apparel manufacturing is preferred.
Technical Skills
- Production Planning & Control (PPC)
- Garment Manufacturing Process
- Pattern & Sampling Knowledge
- Fabric & Trim Knowledge
- Luxury Garment Construction
- Embroidery Techniques
- Quality Assurance
- Production Costing
- Vendor Management
- WIP Management
- MS Excel & Production MIS
- ERP/Production Management Software
Behavioral Competencies
- Strong leadership and people management
- Excellent communication and coordination skills
- Decision-making under pressure
- Problem-solving ability
- Time management
- Negotiation skills
- Attention to detail
- Process-oriented mindset
- Accountability and ownership
Authority & Decision Making
The Production Manager / Head of Production is authorized to:
- Allocate production resources.
- Assign production schedules.
- Approve production workflows.
- Evaluate vendor performance.
- Recommend process improvements.
- Recommend hiring, training, performance reviews, and disciplinary actions for production staff.
- Escalate production risks and operational challenges to senior management.
Success in This Role
A successful Production Manager at Torani India will consistently deliver luxury garments on time, uphold the brand's uncompromising quality standards, optimize production costs, lead high-performing teams, and build efficient, scalable production systems that support the company's growth.
Pay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹70,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
