Floor Manager

Poolhall Recruitment is an established employment business providing skilled Textile and Furniture Personnel across the UK. Our client, a leading manufacturer of luxury womenswear is expanding due to continued success and is now seeking a Floor Manager to join their site in the North of London.

This is a permanent, full-time opportunity for an experienced professional who thrives in a hands-on role and has a strong background in fashion industry.

Role Overview

As Floor Manager, you will play a pivotal leadership role in the day-to-day operations of the studio floor. You’ll manage a team of machinists and a quality controller, ensuring that every garment produced meets the highest standards of craftsmanship, efficiency, and quality.

This is a hands-on position that requires strong leadership, exceptional organisational skills, and deep technical knowledge of garment construction. Your ability to resolve issues quickly and maintain a positive, high-performance studio environment will be key to your success.

Key Responsibilities

Management & Leadership

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Lead and manage a team of machinists and a quality controller.

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Recruit, onboard, and train new machinists for production.

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Conduct regular performance reviews and offer feedback.

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Organise and facilitate training sessions to upskill the team.

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Foster a positive team dynamic and ensure collaboration to meet deadlines.

Operational Excellence

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Identify and implement improvements to increase efficiency.

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Ensure machinists have the correct trims and materials to avoid downtime.

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Maintain a clean, organised, and safe studio environment.

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Allocate resources effectively to meet production targets.

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Maintain all equipment and organise timely repairs as needed.

Accountabilities

You will be directly responsible for:

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On-time completion and delivery of all production projects.

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Consistent quality of all finished garments.

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Cost control in garment production.

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Reducing repairs and recuts.

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Adherence to health and safety regulations in the studio.

Qualifications & Experience

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Must have experience in garment manufacturing.

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Extensive understanding of garment construction, machinery, and sampling.

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Proven leadership and team management abilities.

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Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

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Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.

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Ability to work under pressure and manage tight deadlines.

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Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles (desirable).

Reporting to: Operations Manager

Location Requirements:

Applicants must be able to commute reliably to or relocate near the N15 area of London before starting.

How to Apply:

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