Senior Production Manager – Hats & Caps Leading Headwear Manufacturing

Position: Senior Production Manager – Hats & Caps A Leading Premium Headwear Manufacturing Company
CAREER OPPORTUNITY | CANADA
Senior Production Manager – Hats & Caps
Company: A Reputed Headwear Manufacturing Company
Opportunity:
Open to Expatriate Candidates
Expatriate Candidates
Relocation and Canadian work authorization requirements/ arrangements will be discussed with shortlisted candidates only.

Position Overview  We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Senior Production Manager – Hats & Caps to lead manufacturing operations, optimize production efficiency, ensure product quality, and drive operational excellence in a reputed headwear manufacturing facility.

Key Responsibilities   Production Management:
Oversee end-to-end production of hats and caps, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to production targets.
Planning & Execution:
Develop production plans, manage capacity, optimize workflows, and ensure efficient utilization of manpower and machinery.
Quality Assurance:
Maintain stringent quality standards throughout cutting, embroidery, printing, stitching, finishing, and packing processes.
Operational Excellence:
Implement lean manufacturing, productivity improvement, waste reduction, and cost-control initiatives.
Team Leadership:
Lead, coach, and develop production supervisors, line leaders, and shop-floor teams.
Supply Chain Coordination:
Coordinate with merchandising, sourcing, procurement, maintenance, and quality teams to ensure uninterrupted production.
Performance Monitoring:
Establish and monitor KPIs for productivity, efficiency, quality, wastage, and on-time delivery.
Compliance & Safety:
Ensure workplace safety, regulatory compliance, and adherence to company policies and procedures.
Continuous Improvement:
Identify operational bottlenecks and implement corrective and preventive actions.
Education  Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Textile Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Production Management, or a related discipline.
A postgraduate qualification in Operations or Supply Chain Management will be an advantage.
Experience & Qualifications   Minimum 12-15 years of experience in manufacturing, including substantial experience in a senior production management role.
Strong hands-on experience in hats, caps, or headwear manufacturing is MUST.
In-depth knowledge of cutting, sewing, embroidery, printing, finishing, and packing operations relevant to headwear.
Proven track record in production planning, capacity management, quality improvement, and cost optimization.
Strong leadership, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
Proficiency in production planning systems, ERP, MS Excel, and KPI-based performance monitoring.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work in a multicultural environment.
Ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver production targets under tight deadlines.