Production Engineer

MAIN TASKS

Partner with merchandising and technical teams to ensure full compliance of 
Provide direction and guidance to the Production/QA Engineering team to ensure no RTV with major fallout through effective risk management.
Partner with the brand technical leaders to enhance technical capability in the region.
Engage with vendors to analysis and improve current manufacturing processes.
Ensure all company Norms are followed by vendors at all times.
Assist in ensuring adherence to the time and action calendars during the production process.
Develop and apply effective systems of TQM management, both internally and with vendors, to support and ensure product quality.
Assist in the training and development of the Production Engineering associates to increase their skill levels.
Act as a positive, supportive leader, consistently demonstrating our shared values and high standards.
Conduct scheduled and sustained in-line/final quality inspections to ensure that the required quality standards are being met at all production stages.
Assist in the implementation of new QC initiatives, policies, and procedures.
Monitor the SDQC performance and provide the training/support when required
Conduct technical evaluations of new factories based on the company's prescribed criteria and provide recommendations to KISS management.
Make effective use of the KISS and technical services department reporting procedures and IT systems to ensure timely reporting and integrity of information.

PROFILE OF THE HOLDER

A minimum of 8 years of apparel production/experience, with at least 5 years in a supervisor or leadership position.
Superior level of knowledge in garment construction, fabrication, and production process.
Strategic mindset and able to drive change.
Able to build effective relationships with vendors and other managers.
Excellent communications and influencing skills.
Able to work in a fast-paced, global organization with multiple vendors.

Soft skills.

Good command of English and Mandarin.
Production capacity planning experience or qualification would be an advantage.
Line balancing/work study engineering experience would be an advantage.
Must be an experienced traveller.
Be flexible.
A team player