Assistant Manager - Finishing

Job Title: Assistant Manager - Finishing Location: Ambasamudram Role Purpose: To handle the Finishing Consumer department including Polishing, Finishing Consumer threads. To handle the Production, daily planning, Quality approval, people management and focus on Department KPIs. Principal Accountabilities: Drive Health, Safety & EHS performance (SSB, TaRA, MOC, MSA, BBS, audits, incident investigations). Ensure operational excellence: manpower optimization, KPI achievement, lead time ≤24 hrs, OEE and productivity improvements. Oversee process, maintenance, and quality activities; conduct trials, DOE, and innovation projects. Prepare and implement SOPs, training, certification, and competency development. Manage audits & systems: ISO 9001/14001/45001, GRS, GOTS, IATF, BRC, customer & external audits. Monitor cost, waste, sustainability & resources (energy, water, waste %, TUC, rejections). Handle administration & people management: shifts, leave, IR, recruitment, training, absenteeism. Coordinate with Supply Chain, Maintenance, and HR for planning, delivery, and performance. Review and close complaints, CAPA, and process changes. Act as Manager in PM Manager’s absence and maintain overall departmental governance. Education, Qualifications and Experience : Engineering/Postgraduate in Textile Technology/Chemistry/Processing with 7+ years’ experience (5 years shift executive, 2 years general shift); Textile preferred. Strong expertise in finishing & coating operations (bonding, stretching, fusible, UV, non‑wick, tea bag processing, optic fibre cabling, winding & packing). Sound knowledge of finishing machines, safety, and quality systems. Proficient in SAP and HSE regulations. Excellent communication, team leadership, and motivation skills. Industry exposure with RM/D&C/PM suppliers and associations. Languages: Tamil, English. Desirable : ISO/GRS/GOTS/IATF/BRC internal auditor, LSS Green Belt, and chemical safety (MSDS, ZDHC, Oekotex) knowledge preferred . At Coats Group, we are committed to innovation, excellence, and fostering a diverse and collaborative environment where every team member can thrive. If you are passionate about making an impact in the textile industry and eager to join a global leader with a rich heritage and a forward-thinking approach, we invite you to take the next step in your career with us.