Factory Operations Manager - Handicrafts Factory

Job Description

Title: Factory Operations Manager - Handicrafts Factory

Company Name: Goni Group

Vacancy: 2

Age: 30 to 45 years

Job Location: Dhaka

Salary: Negotiable

Experience:

• 5 to 7 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Trading or Export/Import,Engineering Firms,Group of Companies,Handicraft

• Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Industrial Eng & Production
• Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Industrial Engineering
• Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Textile Engineering

• Diploma/Certification in Factory Operations, Lean Production, or Handicrafts/Artisan Factory Operation Management.

• 5 to 7 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Trading or Export/Import,Engineering Firms,Group of Companies,Handicraft

• Age 30 to 45 years
• Only Male

• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in managing handicraft or light manufacturing units, preferably for export-oriented production. 
• Prior experience with natural fiber-based product manufacturing and team handling in factory settings is required. 
• Experience working with ethical trade organizations, fair trade buyers, or global craft export brands is an added advantage.
• Strong knowledge of handicraft production processes, including weaving, dyeing, cutting, stitching, carving, and finishing. 
• Hands-on experience with natural materials: jute, cane, bamboo, hogla, seagrass, coir, palm leaves, and traditional textiles. 
• Excellent team management and leadership skills with the ability to coordinate with both skilled artisans and administrative teams. 
• Familiarity with quality control tools, production scheduling, and lean manufacturing practices in a small or medium-scale craft-based unit. 
• Good understanding of export packaging, buyer specifications, labeling norms, and sustainability requirements. 
• Basic proficiency in MS Excel, Google Sheets, and production/inventory tracking software. 
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written), preferably in both English and Bangla. 
• Knowledge of export documentation and coordination with logistics teams is a strong plus.

• Oversee end-to-end factory operations for the production of handicraft goods, ensuring timely manufacturing, quality control, and compliance with export standards.
• Coordinate with the marketing and export teams to align production schedules with international order requirements (B2B/B2C, Amazon, Etsy, etc.).
• Ensure effective raw material sourcing, inventory management, and optimum utilization of natural fibers and other handicraft materials such as jute, bamboo, cane, hogla, seagrass, etc.
• Supervise production line workers, artisans, and supervisors to maintain efficiency, craftsmanship, and consistency in design.
• Implement quality assurance protocols, conduct regular inspections, and ensure final products meet global buyer standards and certifications.
• Monitor and maintain production documentation, including work orders, stock registers, packing lists, and order tracking for export.
• Manage the packaging and labeling process to ensure export-ready presentation, brand alignment, and compliance with international shipment requirements.
• Liaise with logistics, warehouse, and export departments to ensure on-time delivery, proper storage, and accurate documentation (LC, COO, commercial invoice, HS code, etc.).
• Oversee factory compliance, health & safety standards, labor laws, and fair working conditions in alignment with ethical and sustainable practices.
• Collaborate with product designers, artisans, and development teams to introduce new designs, improve production techniques, and adopt modern tools when needed.
• Monitor factory KPIs (production volume, defect rate, lead time) and report monthly operational performance to top management.
• Support digital transformation initiatives (barcode system, inventory software, basic ERP/CRM integration).

• Salary Review: Yearly
• Festival Bonus: 2