Executive - Manufacturing

Job description

Job Title: Dye House / Laboratory Shift Executive – Manufacturing Dyeing Company: Coats India Location: Water Mill, Ambasamudram Job Purpose To manage shift-level laboratory and dyeing operations efficiently, ensuring that key dye house performance indicators—such as RFT, CQ, LpMpD, attempts per match, and lead times—are consistently achieved and improved. The role also ensures smooth coordination of laboratory activities, including LRM/DTM coordination, colour matching, sample preparation, and machine operations across shifts. The executive is responsible for optimal utilization of resources (manpower, machinery, and energy) and strict compliance with SOPs on the shop floor. Key Responsibilities & Result Areas Health & Safety: Monitor and improve leading and lagging safety indicators. Review and implement TaRA (Task Risk Assessment), MOC (Management of Change), and MSA (Measurement System Analysis). 6S & Sustainability: Maintain 6S standards in the assigned zone. Optimize sustainability KPIs – Water (L/kg), Energy (Kwh/kg), and Waste (%). Customer Focus & Quality: Reduce customer complaints per 100 order lines. Manage TUC Kg and monitor Fail Store stock movements. Lab & Production KPIs: Ensure lab service levels within 24–48 hours and dyeing lead times within 24 hours. Optimize: Attempts per match RFT% (Right First Time) CQ% (Customer Quality) Operative hours per dye lot / 100kg LpMpD (Lab per Match per Day) Machine Efficiency and Utilization % Innovation & Improvements: Drive redyeing and DTM development success rates. Deliver productivity improvement projects. Lead/participate in LSS (Lean Six Sigma) projects, Kaizen initiatives, and develop OPLs (One Point Lessons). Required Knowledge, Skills & Competencies Educational Qualifications: Engineering or Postgraduate degree in relevant sciences (Textile Technology, Chemistry, Textile Processing, etc.) with 2–3 years of experience, OR Diploma/Undergraduate degree with 3–5 years of relevant experience. Technical Proficiency: Working knowledge of dye house systems and tools such as: Colour Systems Software Dye Sect Sedo Master Technorama Logic Art & Lawer (or equivalent textile systems) Technology & Tools: Proficiency in SAP (relevant modules). Soft Skills: Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Effective team collaboration and coordination. Compliance Knowledge: Awareness of Health & Safety standards and legal requirements. 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.