Deputy Manager / Manager Industrial Engineering

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Deputy Manager / Manager Industrial Engineering – Denim Plant Lahore

Company Name: Interloop Limited
Position Title: Deputy Manager / Manager Industrial Engineering
Location: Lahore, Pakistan
Industry: Textile / Apparel / Denim Manufacturing
Employment Type: Full-Time
Apply Link: Apply Here (via Interloop Careers Portal)
Official Website: cldapp.interloop.com.pk

Company Introduction

Interloop Limited is one of Pakistan’s largest and most admired textile manufacturers, globally recognized for its vertically integrated operations, innovation-driven approach, and strong commitment to sustainability. Founded in 1992, Interloop has grown from a modest hosiery manufacturer into a diversified textile giant, supplying to some of the most iconic apparel brands and retailers worldwide. With a workforce of over 30,000 employees across multiple facilities, Interloop stands tall as a symbol of Pakistani industrial excellence in global markets.

The company operates with a global vision while deeply rooted in its local values. Its operations span across hosiery, denim, activewear, yarn, and apparel, positioning it as one of the world’s largest hosiery producers. Today, Interloop manufactures billions of pairs of socks annually and has expanded into denim and apparel manufacturing, delivering sustainable, high-quality products to renowned international brands such as Nike, Puma, Adidas, H&M, and Levi’s.

Interloop Limited is headquartered in Faisalabad, Pakistan, with large-scale production facilities across multiple cities, including Lahore, where its denim plant is located. This plant is a state-of-the-art facility that focuses on producing denim garments with an emphasis on eco-friendly technologies, advanced industrial engineering, and customer-driven quality standards. With cutting-edge machinery, highly skilled manpower, and lean manufacturing systems, the denim division of Interloop has become one of the most competitive operations in the South Asian region.

Sustainability is a cornerstone of Interloop’s business strategy. The company invests heavily in water recycling, renewable energy, and eco-friendly production processes. Its denim plant, in particular, incorporates modern laundry and finishing technologies that significantly reduce water and chemical usage, aligning with Interloop’s mission of making fashion sustainable. With certifications such as OEKO-TEX, GOTS, and BCI, Interloop ensures that its products meet international environmental and social responsibility standards.

The culture at Interloop fosters continuous learning, innovation, and inclusivity. As a people-centric organization, it empowers its employees through structured training programs, career development pathways, and opportunities to grow within a truly global supply chain. This is particularly evident in the Industrial Engineering (IE) Department, where teams are encouraged to explore new methods, optimize processes, and deliver efficient solutions that enhance both productivity and sustainability.

The role of Deputy Manager / Manager Industrial Engineering at the denim plant in Lahore reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to operational excellence and global competitiveness. This position plays a critical role in managing laundry, laser, dry, and finishing departments, ensuring that capacity, equipment, and workforce planning are aligned with demand forecasts and customer standards. For professionals seeking to make a real impact in the denim industry, Interloop offers a platform where technical expertise, innovation, and leadership converge.

Job Description

The Deputy Manager / Manager Industrial Engineering – Denim Plant is a senior role designed for highly experienced professionals in the denim industry, particularly those with expertise in managing laundry, laser, dry, and finishing processes. This position is responsible for leading the Industrial Engineering Department, focusing on efficiency, capacity utilization, manpower planning, and workflow optimization. The incumbent will also play a strategic role in aligning production processes with customer expectations, sustainability goals, and long-term business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Capacity and Demand Planning
- Develop and manage production demand plans for laundry, laser, dry, and finishing departments.
- Conduct detailed capacity evaluations to align resources with forecasted production volumes.
- Anticipate and mitigate risks in production demand through contingency planning and scenario analysis.
Equipment and Layout Management
- Assess, recommend, and optimize machinery for maximum performance across laundry, laser, and finishing operations.
- Validate and adjust cycle times for wet processes, dry processes, and finishing stages.
- Collaborate with technical teams to ensure efficient plant layouts that reduce workflow complexity and maximize productivity.
Process Optimization and Lean Manufacturing
- Lead process improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
- Develop innovative techniques to simplify operations in laundry and finishing, reducing cycle times while maintaining compliance with international quality standards.
- Monitor operational efficiency and implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality.
Manpower Planning and Training
- Forecast manpower requirements based on demand plans and ensure adequate staffing in critical operations.
- Develop manpower skill matrices to track and enhance technical competencies across departments.
- Conduct skill evaluations for newly hired operators and design multi-skilling training programs.
- Build a culture of continuous learning by training staff on best practices and emerging technologies.
Quality Assurance and Customer Compliance
- Ensure production standards meet customer-specific requirements in terms of quality, compliance, and sustainability.
- Collaborate with quality teams to validate that operational improvements align with global buyer expectations.
- Standardize operating procedures to ensure consistency and reliability in output.
Collaboration and Leadership
- Work closely with supply chain, procurement, and production teams to ensure smooth coordination of operations.
- Act as a mentor and leader within the IE Department, fostering teamwork, accountability, and a performance-driven culture.
- Report to senior management on key performance indicators, highlighting opportunities for continuous improvement.

Impact of the Role

This role is not just about operational management—it is about transforming the denim finishing processes to be globally competitive, sustainable, and highly efficient. By integrating manpower planning, process optimization, and innovative technology adoption, the Deputy Manager / Manager of Industrial Engineering will directly contribute to Interloop’s mission of becoming the most sustainable, customer-centric, and innovative textile company in the world.

Eligibility Criteria

To succeed in this role, candidates must bring a combination of academic knowledge, hands-on experience, and leadership qualities.

Educational Qualification

B.Sc. in Industrial Engineering from a recognized university.

Professional Experience

9 to 12 years of proven experience leading the Industrial Engineering Department of Laundry and Finishing in the denim industry.
Demonstrated expertise in capacity planning, workflow optimization, and manpower development.
Strong background in managing production demand plans, validating cycle times, and optimizing equipment performance.

Required Skills

Process Analysis: Ability to analyze and redesign processes to improve efficiency.
Lean Manufacturing: Experience implementing Lean principles and tools to reduce waste and enhance productivity.
Quality Control Techniques: In-depth knowledge of quality management systems in textile manufacturing.
Leadership and People Management: Strong ability to manage large teams, conduct training programs, and foster professional growth.
Problem-Solving: Analytical mindset to identify potential risks in production and propose mitigation strategies.
Technical Competence: Expertise in laundry, laser, dry, and finishing processes.

Preferred Attributes

Experience in international denim manufacturing plants or exposure to global compliance standards.
Familiarity with sustainability-driven production methods in laundry and finishing.
Strong communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams.