Product Making and Quality Coordinator

The Product Making and Quality Coordinator will be responsible for overseeing the

production process and ensuring that all products meet the highest quality standards. This

role involves managing a team of artisans in tailoring and jewelry-making, coordinating

production schedules, and ensuring that all products align with the social enterprise’s mission

of empowering women through sustainable livelihood opportunities.

This is an implementation and coordination role.

Key Responsibilities:

- Production Management:

- Oversee production activities in tailoring and jewelry-making to ensure timely

and efficient output.
- Develop and implement production schedules to meet customer demands and

inventory goals.
- Monitor production processes and adjust schedules as needed to optimize

efficiency and minimize waste.
- Ensure that all equipment and tools are maintained in good working condition.
- Quality Control:

- Establish and maintain quality standards for all products, including tailoring

and jewelry items.
- Conduct regular inspections of products during and after production to ensure

they meet quality specifications.
- Implement and maintain quality assurance protocols to minimize defects and

returns.
- Train and guide team members on quality control standards and practices.

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- Team Management:

- Lead and manage a team of artisans and production staff, providing guidance

and support to enhance skills and productivity.
- Conduct regular team meetings to review performance, address challenges,

and plan for upcoming projects.
- Foster a positive and inclusive work environment that encourages creativity,

collaboration, and continuous learning.
- Product Development:

- Collaborate with designers and the marketing team to develop new products

that align with market trends and customer preferences.
- Provide feedback on prototypes and samples to ensure feasibility and quality

before production.
- Stay updated on industry trends and innovations in tailoring and jewelry
- making to inform product development.
- Inventory and Supply Chain Management:

- Monitor inventory levels of raw materials and finished products to ensure

timely replenishment.
- Coordinate with suppliers to ensure the timely delivery of quality materials.
- Implement inventory control practices to minimize waste and reduce costs.
- Reporting and Documentation:

- Maintain accurate records of production activities, including daily outputs,

quality control reports, and inventory levels.
- Prepare regular reports on production performance, including key metrics such

as efficiency, quality, and costs.
- Assist in budget preparation and cost management for the production

department.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Technology, Jewelry Design, Production Management,

or a related field.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in production management, preferably in tailoring

and/or jewelry-making.
- Strong knowledge of quality control processes and best practices.
- Proven leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse

teams.

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- Passion for social impact and experience working with marginalized communities is a

plus.

Additional Requirements:

- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
- Flexibility to work with various stakeholders, including designers, suppliers, and

customers.
- Commitment to the values and mission of the social enterprise.
- Outcome driven work
- Ownership of work

**Experience**:

- total work: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person