Key Responsibilities

A. Fusing Operations & Production Planning

- Plan and execute daily fusing activities according to production requirements and order priorities.
- Allocate work to operators based on skill, workload, and production targets.
- Ensure fabric panels, interlinings, logos, transfers, and other components are processed according to the approved production instructions.
- Set and monitor machine temperature, pressure, dwell time, and other relevant parameters according to material and process requirements.
- Ensure correct positioning and alignment of fused components, logos, badges, and transfers wherever applicable.
- Monitor production output and ensure daily targets and delivery schedules are met.
- Coordinate with cutting, printing, sublimation, stitching, and quality control teams to maintain a smooth workflow.

B. Quality Control

- Ensure proper bonding and adhesion without bubbling, peeling, wrinkles, scorching, shrinkage, or fabric damage.
- Check the alignment, placement, appearance, and durability of fused components.
- Conduct first-piece inspections and routine in-process quality checks.
- Ensure machine settings and process parameters are verified before bulk production.
- Identify defective materials and segregate them to prevent further processing.
- Investigate recurring defects, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions.
- Coordinate with the Quality Control team to resolve quality issues and reduce rework and rejection.

C. Machine Operation & Maintenance

- Ensure fusing and heat press machines are set up correctly before production begins.
- Monitor machine performance, temperature consistency, pressure settings, and processing time.
- Ensure operators follow standard operating procedures and machine safety guidelines.
- Conduct routine checks and coordinate preventive maintenance with the maintenance team.
- Report machine breakdowns, temperature fluctuations, calibration issues, and other technical problems promptly.
- Ensure machines are cleaned and maintained according to the prescribed schedule.

D. Manpower Management

- Supervise fusing operators and helpers and ensure effective utilisation of manpower.
- Allocate tasks and communicate daily production targets clearly.
- Monitor attendance, punctuality, discipline, and employee productivity.
- Train employees in correct machine handling, material positioning, process parameters,



and quality requirements.
- Ensure operators follow approved work instructions and safety procedures.
- Identify skill gaps and provide on-the-job training to improve productivity and quality.

E. Material Management & Wastage Control

- Verify the availability and suitability of materials before starting production.
- Coordinate with the cutting, printing, and warehouse teams for timely material availability.
- Ensure correct matching of fabric panels, sizes, colours, designs, and order specifications.
- Monitor material consumption and minimise fabric damage, transfer wastage, and rejected components.
- Maintain records of material issued, processed, rejected, and returned, wherever applicable.
- Ensure unused materials and work-in-progress items are properly identified and stored.

F. Production Reporting & Documentation

- Maintain daily records of production output, targets achieved, pending work, rejection, and rework.
- Record machine downtime and the reasons for production delays.
- Track quality defects and material wastage and report recurring issues.
- Submit daily production reports to the Production Manager within the prescribed deadline.
- Ensure all production records are accurate, updated, and traceable to the relevant order or batch.
- Immediately escalate issues affecting quality, productivity, or delivery timelines.

G. Safety & Workplace Management

- Ensure safe operation of heat press and fusing equipment.
- Train employees to handle hot surfaces and equipment safely and use required protective equipment.
- Ensure the work area is clean, organised, and free from unnecessary obstructions.
- Follow applicable electrical, heat-related, and fire safety procedures.
- Prevent unauthorised machine adjustments and unsafe operating practices.
- Implement workplace organisation and housekeeping standards.

3. Educational Qualification

- ITI, Diploma, or equivalent technical qualification is preferred.
- Candidates with relevant hands-on experience in garment fusing,



heat press operations, or textile processing may also be considered.

4. Experience

- 2–5 years of experience in garment manufacturing or textile production.
- At least 1–2 years of experience supervising a production team is preferred.
- Practical experience with fusing machines, heat presses, transfer applications, or similar garment processing equipment is desirable.
- Experience in sportswear, customised jerseys, sublimation printing, or activewear manufacturing will be an advantage.

5. Required Skills & Competencies

- Practical knowledge of garment fusing and heat press operations.
- Understanding of temperature, pressure, dwell time, and bonding quality.
- Ability to identify fusing defects and take corrective action.
- Strong manpower management and production planning skills.
- Knowledge of quality inspection and defect prevention.
- Basic production reporting and Excel skills.
- Problem-solving, decision-making, and time management.
- Solid accountability and attention to detail.
- Ability to work under production deadlines.

6. Performance Expectations

- Achieve daily production targets while maintaining the required quality standards.
- Ensure correct machine settings are used according to approved process specifications.
- Prevent avoidable defects such as peeling, bubbling, scorching, misalignment, and poor bonding.
- Minimise material wastage and unnecessary rework.
- Ensure machines and operators are utilised efficiently.
- Coordinate with the next production stage to prevent work-in-progress accumulation.
- Submit accurate daily production reports without repeated reminders.
- Take ownership of departmental issues and ensure timely corrective action.

7. General Responsibilities

The Fusing Department Supervisor is expected to comply with company policies, maintain discipline and confidentiality, protect company equipment and materials, follow all safety procedures, and perform additional duties assigned by the Production Manager or management.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹18,000.00 per month

Benefits:

- Health insurance
- Provident Fund

Application Question(s):

- have you worked in a garment company before?

Education:

- Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

- total work: 1 year (Required)

Language:

- Hindi (Required)

Work Location: In person

📌 department Supervisor (Mangalore)
🏢 M S SPORTSWEAR
📍 Mangalore