Operational Assistant Production

Job Title: Operational Assistant – Production

Experience Required: 4–5 Years
Location: Sialkot (Onsite)
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Overview:

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Operational Assistant – Production to support the overall production lifecycle across leather, textile, R&D, and pattern departments. The ideal candidate must have strong operational understanding, team coordination skills, and hands-on experience managing production from cut to pack. This role requires strong leadership, analytical thinking, and the ability to ensure smooth operations while maintaining quality, timelines, and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:1. Production Operations & Department Management

• Support restructuring and performance management of the Leather Department.
• Continuously evaluate the performance, skillset, and efficiency of the production team.
• Oversee textile section operations and collaborate closely with the Senior Production Coordinator.
• Manage the production process from cutting to packing, ensuring quality standards at every stage.
• Monitor daily workflow, departmental smoothness, and adherence to SOPs.
• Ensure health, safety, and cleanliness standards across all production areas.

2. Production Planning, Scheduling & Execution

• Develop and maintain well-organized daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules.
• Create and execute 3-month production plans aligned with company targets.
• Ensure production scalability, including achieving the goal of 5,000 pcs/month during Development Phase 1.
• Track each step of the production process and ensure strict adherence to applied sheets, quantities, and approved wages.
• Prepare technical sheets and conduct pre-production meetings with teams.

3. Materials, Procurement & Outsourcing Coordination

• Recommend reliable and cost-effective purchasing sources for materials and components.
• Provide timely updates to Operations/PPC Manager regarding material requirements and shortages.
• Manage professional and economical stitching teams on a wage basis.
• Handle outsourcing operations, ensuring best quality at competitive rates.
• Prepare applied cost sheets for samples before outsourcing for optimal negotiation.

4. Pattern & Sample Room Management

• Verify patterns before production and ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Supervise pattern room operations, ensuring complete safety and proper organization of patterns.
• Implement a proper in/out tracking system for patterns.
• Manage the work of the Pattern Master and ensure 99.9% accuracy.
• Oversee the sample room, ensuring safety, accurate tracking, and proper handling of samples.
• Maintain a final sample archive for all private label products.

5. Quality Control & Best Practices Implementation

• Ensure best practices in QC inspections at each stage of the production process.
• Guarantee product safety and quality throughout packing, including correct packing lists.
• Ensure all product tags are accurately attached as per the purchase order.
• Monitor R&D operations and ensure high-quality output.

6. Data Management, Reporting & ERP Implementation

• Implement ERP usage across all production touchpoints and ensure daily updates.
• Develop and maintain a well-organized reporting system for production progress.
• Ensure product master data is accurately maintained in Dropbox.
• Monitor and document production performance, process accuracy, and workflow improvements.

7. Problem-Solving, Team Coordination & Continuous Improvement

• Identify operational issues and deliver quick, effective solutions.
• Implement employee motivation strategies to maintain productivity and dedication.
• Ensure operational smoothness across all departments.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and efficiency upgrades across production functions.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Production Management, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a relevant field.
• 4–5 years of experience in production operations, preferably in leather goods, textiles, or manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of production processes, patterns, R&D, and quality control.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems and production tracking tools.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and multi-tasking abilities.
• Ability to coordinate across multiple departments efficiently.
• Proficiency in reporting, documentation, and operational analysis.

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• What experience do you have in managing production processes from cut to pack?
• How much experience you have?
• What is your current salary?
• What is your expected salary?
• How soon you can start?
• Are you comfortable working from Sialkot?

Work Location: In person