Sewing Line Supervisor

SUMMARY:
Pinetown - Are you a production leader with a sharp eye for detail and a passion for garment or upholstery excellence? Join a fast-paced manufacturing environment where your expertise in sewing operations will drive quality and efficiency.

POSITION INFO:
As the Sewing Line Supervisor, you will oversee all operations on the sewing line, ensuring materials are processed accurately and efficiently. You will be responsible for meeting production schedules, maintaining high-quality standards, and providing real-time feedback to the planning department to ensure a seamless workflow.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of the sewing team and the full upholstery production line to meet output targets.
• Assign tasks and manage team performance to ensure high levels of efficiency and accountability.
• Manage material availability, including fabric, thread, and patterns, to prevent any production downtime.
• Enforce strict adherence to quality standards to minimize material waste and rework.
• Conduct in-process and visual inspections of sewn products to ensure compliance with design specifications.
• Coordinate with Cutting, Upholstery, and Planning teams to maintain smooth inter-departmental workflows.
• Provide accurate hourly production updates to the planning department.
• Manage the urgent completion of repairs within a 2–3 hour window on the same day.
• Monitor staff attendance, timekeeping, and work area absence to maintain consistent productivity.
• Enforce health and safety regulations, including the correct usage of PPE and safe machine operation.

• Matric certificate.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience working within a sewing department.
• Deep knowledge of sewing techniques and upholstery production processes.
• A strong understanding of production line management and workflow optimization.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Previous supervisory experience is highly advantageous.

• A confident leader capable of managing diverse teams.
• High attention to detail with a strong focus on quality control.
• Proactive and organized approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to thrive and maintain composure in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.