Website TFG (The Foschini Group)
TFG (The Foschini Group) is a South African fashion lifestyle retailer & comprises of 22 fashion forward brands. Our range includes some of the leading fashion, home wear, sportswear, cellular and jewellery brands in the country, as well as a host of innovative financial services. TFG comprises … read moreof the following 22 exciting retail brands; @home, @homelivingpace, American Swiss, Charles & Keith, Colette, DonnaClaire, Duesouth, Exact, Fabiani, The FIX, Foschini, G-star Raw, hi, Markham, Mat & May, Next, Phase Eight, SODA Bloc, sportscene, Sterns, Totalsports and Whistles. Cape Town, Western Cape
Job Description
Key Responsibilities:
Align the technical team with the Plant’s strategic and operational goals to strengthen performance and support growth targets.
Improve production efficiency through method engineering and workflow optimization.
Reduce rework and waste by identifying and resolving root causes of recurring quality issues.
Support line balancing and deliver technical training to supervisors and machinists to boost productivity.
Bridge design-to-production gaps by improving sampling speed and interpreting technical packs accurately.
Lead initiatives to enhance machine utilization, reduce cycle times, and meet delivery targets.
Provide mentorship and upskilling opportunities for floor teams to ensure long-term workforce sustainability.
Act as the technical lead in troubleshooting production challenges and implementing engineering solutions.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and innovation in manufacturing processes.
Monitor and report on technical performance metrics to support decision-making and strategic planning.
Qualifications and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Production Management, Garment Technology, or a related field.
Minimum of 5–7 years’ experience in a technical or production engineering role within the apparel or manufacturing industry.
Proven track record in workflow optimization, machine performance improvement, and quality control.
Experience in mentoring and training production teams is highly desirable.
Skills:
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent leadership and team development skills.
In-depth knowledge of garment construction, production engineering, and technical pack interpretation.
Effective communication and collaboration skills across all levels of the organization.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Behaviours:
Being Resilient – rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.
Builds Networks – establishes and nurtures internal and external relationships in order to create robust, and mutually beneficial, partnerships
Cultivates Innovation – creates an environment that fosters and nurtures a culture of creativity which drives success
Decision Quality – consistently makes timely, well-rounded and informed decisions
Ensures Accountability – takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets
Manages Complexity – interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems
organisational Savvy – understands and navigates dynamics created by processes, systems, and people
Situational Adaptability – effectively adjusts their behaviour, approach, and decision-making based on the situation
Strategic Mindset – thinks and plans strategically, focusing on the long-term goals and objectives of the organisation
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