Manufacturing & Production Manager – Bags & Accessories (Natural Materials & Leather)

Company: Hireinside
Location: Kolkata, India (On-site)
Work Hours: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Salary Range: ₹18,000 – ₹25,000 per month (based on interview performance and experience)

🌿 About Hireinside

Hireinside is a design-led, sustainable lifestyle brand specializing in handcrafted bags and accessories made from natural materials like jute, cotton canvas, and ethically sourced leather.
We are committed to eco-friendly, zero-waste production and collaborate with skilled artisans and craftspeople across Bengal to create high-quality, functional, and consciously crafted products.

At Hireinside, every piece reflects our mission — to merge craftsmanship, sustainability, and style.

🧵 Job Overview

Hireinside is seeking a skilled Manufacturing & Production Manager to lead our end-to-end bag and accessory production operations.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in bag manufacturing, leather goods production, or apparel manufacturing, with a strong ability to manage teams, maintain quality standards, optimize production schedules, and oversee workshop administration.

⚙️ Key Responsibilities

Production Planning & Management

• Plan and manage daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules aligned with sales and inventory goals.

• Coordinate with design and sales teams to prioritize styles and SKUs.

• Ensure high-quality standards across all stages — cutting, stitching, printing, finishing, and packaging.

• Monitor workshop timelines to ensure on-time delivery of all production orders.

Team Supervision & Coordination

• Lead, train, and supervise craftspeople, stitching teams, and printers.

• Maintain discipline, monitor daily output, and evaluate team performance.

• Address workflow bottlenecks or personnel issues promptly.

Inventory & Material Management

• Track raw material stock, monitor consumption, and manage reorder levels.

• Oversee inventory for work-in-progress (WIP) and finished goods.

• Coordinate with procurement to ensure timely availability of jute, canvas, leather, and accessories.

Workshop & Operations Administration

• Oversee workshop maintenance, cleanliness, and safety.

• Manage vendor and supplier relationships for materials and services.

• Maintain workshop documentation, HR files, and administrative records.

Reporting & Documentation

• Maintain detailed production logs, costing sheets, and batch tracking reports.

• Generate regular reports on productivity, wastage, and material utilization.

• Provide feedback to the design and sales teams on manufacturing feasibility and process improvements.

🧩 Required Skills & Qualifications

• Experience: 3–5 years in production management, ideally in bags, accessories, footwear, or apparel manufacturing.

• Technical Knowledge: Understanding of natural materials, leather crafting, and workshop operations.

• Software Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets; comfortable using digital tools and WhatsApp for coordination.

• Languages: Fluency in Hindi and/or Bengali; working knowledge of English for documentation.

• Location: Must be based in or near Kolkata, preferably within commuting distance of Rajpur-Sonarpur.

🌱 Preferred / Nice to Have

• Experience working with artisan clusters, craft-based production setups, or ethical fashion brands.

• Exposure to sustainable product development or eco-friendly manufacturing processes.

💼 What Hireinside Offers

• Be part of a mission-driven company shaping the future of sustainable fashion and handcrafted goods.

• A creative, collaborative, and growth-oriented work culture.

• Opportunity to take ownership and grow as Hireinside expands nationally and internationally.

• It is a Full Time Manufacturing job for candidates with 3 - 6+ years Experience.

More about this Production Manager job

1. What is the eligibility criteria to apply for this Production Manager job?
   Ans: The candidate should be Graduate and above and above with 3 - 6+ years Experience of experience
2. How much salary can I expect for this job role?
   Ans: You can expect a salary of ₹18000 - ₹25000 per month that depends on your interview. It's a Full Time job in Kolkata.
3. How many working days are there for this Production Manager job?
   Ans: This Production Manager job will have 6 working days.
4. Are there any charges applicable while applying or joining this Production Manager job?
   Ans: No, there is no fee applicable for applying this Production Manager job and during the employment with the company, i.e., The Burlap People.
5. Is it a work from home job?
   Ans: No, it’s not a work from home job and can't be done online.
6. How many openings are there for this Production Manager role?
   Ans: There is an immediate opening of 10 Production Manager at The Burlap People
7. Who can apply for this job?
   Ans: Only Male candidates can apply for this Manufacturing job.
8. What are the timings of this Production Manager job?
   Ans: This Production Manager job has Day Shift.