Finishing Supervisor

Permanent employee, Full-time · Famalicão

Job Summary

As a Finishing Supervisor, you will play a key role in overseeing and coordinating the daily finishing operations within our textile production process. Reporting directly to the Site Leader, you will be responsible for managing a team of seamstresses and finishing staff, ensuring that all garments meet quality standards and deadlines. Your primary focus will be on planning workloads, optimizing operational flows at the finishing stage (including sewing adjustments, labeling, ironing, and packaging), and driving efficiency while maintaining a high level of craftsmanship and precision.

This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for someone with strong experience in textile finishing processes, team coordination, and production planning.

Key Responsabilities

Finishing Operations Management

Supervise all finishing activities, including sewing corrections, labeling, ironing, quality checks, and packaging.
Plan and allocate daily workloads based on production schedules and customer priorities.
Ensure that all finishing processes comply with company quality standards and client specifications.
Monitor production capacity and proactively address bottlenecks or delays in workflow.
Maintain equipment and ensure that all tools and machinery are in optimal working condition.

Team Coordination & Leadership

Lead, motivate, and develop a team of seamstresses and finishing operators to achieve productivity and quality targets.
Provide clear instructions and training to ensure operational excellence and adherence to best practices.
Coordinate shift schedules, manage attendance, and ensure adequate staffing levels for workload demands.
Foster a collaborative and efficient working environment with a focus on continuous improvement.

Operational Planning & Reporting

Collaborate with the Site Manager to align daily and weekly production plans.
Track progress against production timelines and report operational status, challenges, and improvement opportunities.
Implement and uphold health, safety, and workplace organization standards.
Support inventory control related to finishing materials (labels, threads, packaging supplies, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications (Must-have/Nice-to-have)

Must-Have:

Proven experience in textile production, specifically within finishing operations.
Strong skills in team supervision, task coordination, and production planning.
Solid understanding of garment construction and finishing techniques.
Ability to manage workloads under tight deadlines while ensuring high-quality output.
Basic proficiency in ERP or production management systems such Asana.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
Effective communication skills and ability to give clear, actionable instructions.
Fluency in Portuguese; basic English skills for internal communication.

Nice-to-Have:

Formal training in textiles, garment production, or industrial management.
Experience working in both B2B production environments.
Familiarity with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies.
Exposure to digital tools for production tracking or workflow optimization.

Benefits & Working Conditions

Health insurance coverage.
Warehouse & production site based in Famalicão.
Stable working hours with potential flexibility depending on production peaks.
26 vacation days per year.
Supportive team environment focused on craftsmanship and efficiency.
Opportunities for skill development and career growth within a leading textile organization.

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About us

As one of the leading agencies in Portugal, our reputation for excellence is a testament to our philosophy of pushing the boundaries in textile sourcing and production.

Over the years, we have brought our expertise and industry insight to 150+ apparel, fashion, and luxury clients, working exclusively with factories that share our ethos of transparency, quality, and environmental responsibility.

We believe that exceptional products require not only a deep understanding of the industry, but also an unwavering dedication to constant improvement and innovation. That's why we approach every project by leveraging our extensive network of suppliers to explore and adopt new trends in manufacturing, technology, and sustainability.

We are committed to minimising our environmental impact, supporting ethical practices, and promoting positive social change to create a more inspiring future for all.

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