Head, Industrial Engineering

About Q:

Q Collection Pte Ltd, established in 1993 and headquartered in Singapore, is a leading apparel manufacturer with a proven track record of innovation and ethical practices. Operating under "SQ Group" in Bangladesh ), we've garnered recognition for our commitment to sustainable production processes and social responsibility. Embark on a sustainable voyage with us; check out our Corporate Video:

Job Responsibilities:

Strategic & Operational Leadership:

• Develop and implement IE strategies aligned with business goals to improve efficiency, cost competitiveness, and delivery performance.
• Lead IE teams across all units, ensuring standardized systems and consistency in IE practices.
• Partner with production, planning, and technical teams to drive factory performance improvement initiatives.

Method Engineering & Process Optimization:

• Oversee operation bulletin preparation, method study, line layout, and workstation design.
• Introduce innovative methods and attachments to reduce handling and improve output.
• Drive ergonomic workplace design and ensure operator-friendly workflow.
• Conduct time and motion studies to validate and refine GSD-based standards.
• Analyze GSD data to identify improvement opportunities in methods, machine selection, and motion economy.
• Ensure alignment of GSD data between sample development, production engineering, and costing teams.

Efficiency & Productivity Management:

• Set line-level and factory-level efficiency targets based on GSD SMVs and planned output.
• Monitor daily/weekly performance, identify gaps, and drive structured improvement plans.
• Analyze efficiency variance between planned and actual performance and implement corrective actions.
• Identify bottlenecks and implement solutions to eliminate waste and non-value-added activities.
• Benchmark and improve machine, manpower, and method utilization.

Lean & Continuous Improvement:

• Drive Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and 5S activities.
• Establish a culture of continuous improvement across all production units.
• Lead IE-driven improvement projects to reduce cost per minute and improve overall equipment and manpower utilization.

Capacity Planning & Optimization:

• Provide accurate capacity inputs for pre-production planning and cost estimation.
• Optimize line balancing, manpower allocation, and machine utilization based on GSD and actual performance trends.
• Coordinate with production and planning teams to optimize resource allocation.

Team Leadership & Capability Development:

• Build, train, and mentor the IE team on GSD application, method study, and lean tools.
• Drive IE skill enhancement through structured training and performance evaluation.
• Encourage innovation and ownership within the team for productivity and cost improvement projects.

Layout & Facility Optimization:

• Design and approve efficient factory and line layouts to ensure optimal workflow and safety.
• Support expansion or relocations with layout and process studies.

Education and Required Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, Production Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• 05–10 years of experience in garment manufacturing, with at least 2 years leading IE at factory or group level.
• Professional certifications such as Lean Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt) or Kaizen / TPM / 5S training are preferred.

Skills & Competencies:

• Hands-on experience with GSD (General Sewing Data)
  – implementation, data maintenance, and SMV validation.
• Proven experience in Lean Manufacturing, work-study, and process improvement.