- The Head of manufacturing operations is responsible for overseeing all operations including:
- Operations
- Planning
- Cutting
- Receiving/dispatch
- Quality
- The asset management
- People component
- Accountable to oversee and maintain the accurate quality and quantity control to ensure the on-time delivery of produced products in order to satisfy the retail customers
- Execution of an operations strategy for all departments that is aligned to the strategic objectives of TFG D&M. This would involve the objectives, quality, speed, dependability, flexibility and the cost of the plan
- Ensuring that the production plan is achieved and maintained (product profile, line efficiencies and deliveries according to plan).
- Ensuring that planning production meetings, productions activities, machined maintenance plans and maintaining product quality and budgets are adhered to
- Accountable for workforce planning, staff morale and effective resources allocation and utilization
- Accountable for the Health & Safety of employees and facilitation of employee Well-being programmes
- Accountable for a safe workplace for all employees and facilitation of employee Well-Being programmes
- Accountable for a safe workplace for all employees, including managing relationships with Group facilities, Employee Transport Service providers, and other legislative requirements
- Report & Review financial statements, activity reports, and other performance data to measure productivity to determine areas needing cost reduction improvements
- Ensuring that all Skill & Training development needs and objectives attained
Qualifications:
- Essential - A National Diploma or Degree in Finance, operations, clothing management, people, industrial engineering
- Essential - 8 10 years, Job related experience in a similar manufacturing. Environment.
- Essential - 5 years , Clothing manufacturing with technical clothing experience.
- Strategic planning
- Data analysis
- Excellent communication and collaboration
- Understanding of Change management
- Forms, develops and leads a group of individuals toward the achievement of a common team objective
- Applies market and business insights in order to drive organisational objectives
- Conveys information and communicates ideas in a clear, concise and impactful manner
- Creates an environment that fosters and nurtures a culture of creativity which drives success
- Consistently makes timely, well-rounded and informed decisions
- Understands and navigates dynamics created by processes, systems, and people
- Sets ambitious goals and takes focused action to achieve desired outcomes to deliver measurable results
- Takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets
- Understands and applies financial concepts and principles to make informed financial decisions
- Interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems
- Assesses and improves the efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of various work processes
- Develops plans and prioritises initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objective
ABOUT US
Who we are is because of our people. They are our greatest asset. TFG is an internationally diversified retail portfolio of 34 speciality lifestyle and apparel brands that Inspire our Customers to live their Best Lives and are woven into the lives of millions. Our vision is to create the most remarkable omnichannel experiences for our customers. TFG is more than a workplace, it's a launchpad for your growth. Join us and explore endless growth opportunities across our diverse brands. Were a purpose-led business, and on this team, youll share the pride of making an impact across a whole industry.
Were the designers, the makers, the shakers and the teams behind the scenes.
Are you with us?
ABOUT THE TEAM
Our manufacturing team is a key partner to our apparel businesses. They work tirelessly to create our products, making sure they meet exacting quality standards. They are responsible for operating and maintaining machinery, producing products, and preparing them for shipping.
