Key Responsibilities:

1. Loom Operation & Management:

• Oversee day-to-day operations of rapier, airjet, and waterjet looms (ITEMA Rapier, Toyota Airjet, Sulzer, Thudokoms Waterjet).
• Ensure optimal loom settings and quick changeovers for multiple fabric constructions and yarn types.
• Minimize breakdowns and stoppages; ensure preventive maintenance plans are strictly followed.

1. Fabric Development & Quality:

• Work on high-quality suiting and shirting fabric developments using PV, PC, polyester, and 100% cotton yarns.
• Maintain strict quality control over woven fabric parameters (GSM, width, weave, shade uniformity).
• Coordinate with QA and processing teams for defect reduction and first-time-right output.

1. Efficiency & Productivity Management:

• Ensure loom efficiency of more than 95% by optimizing settings, reducing idle time, and improving weaver performance.
• Monitor KPIs such as warp/weft breaks, loom utilization, fabric rejection %, and down time analysis.
• Implement continuous improvement (Kaizen, 5S, TPM) across shifts.

1. Yarn & Technical Understanding:

• Evaluate incoming yarn quality (TPI, strength, CV%, hairiness) and its impact on loom performance.
• Recommend yarn sourcing improvements based on technical feedback.

1. Team Handling & Training:

• Lead and train African workforce/operators to handle looms efficiently and improve skillsets.
• Build a disciplined, motivated, and accountable weaving team culture.

1. System & Data Analysis:

• Operate and analyze loom-wise data using SAP (PP or PM module) for production planning, breakdown logging, and material traceability.
• Generate MIS reports for management on a daily/weekly/monthly basis.

• Proficient in handling ITEMA, Toyota, Sulzer, Thudokoms looms.
• Strong understanding of fabric design, reed/pick setting, take-up/let-off, and warp/weft management.
• Familiar with Weaving software will be preferred.

• SAP Exposure: Must have working knowledge of SAP for production and maintenance modules.