PT Ega Wayang Garmindo

Indonesia, DKI Jakarta, Kota Jakarta Selatan

Manufacturing (Fashions/Apparels/Textile/Garments)

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Research And Development Manager

Manager/Senior Manager

Full-Time

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Job Responsibilities

Lead and manage all textile research, digital pattern engineering, and sample prototyping activities to ensure designs are translated into precise, durable, well-fitting garments ready for efficient mass production
Oversee the end-to-end product engineering workflow, from design sketch reception and digital master pattern creation to lab testing and physical sample assembly (Proto, Fit, Pre-Production Sample)
Direct new fabric research, overseeing shrinkage tests, colorfastness evaluations, and the establishment of technical material tolerances prior to the cutting process
Verify and grant final technical approval for digital CAD patterns (Optitex), size grading, and cutting markers to maximize fabric consumption efficiency
Lead fitting sessions with designers and technical teams to evaluate wearability, size proportions, and garment construction stability
Analyze sewing feasibility and proactively instruct design modifications or alternative construction methods to prevent technical defects during mass factory production
Control the absolute accuracy of final Tech Packs, including stitch details, measurement charts/tolerances, and garment assembly instructions
Manage Sample Room capacity and production schedules to ensure all prototype handover targets align with product launch timelines
Collaborate with Merchandiser Costing and Industrial Engineering (IE) teams regarding actual Bill of Materials (BOM) consumption and estimated sewing durations (SAM/SMV)
Mentor, direct, and evaluate the performance of Pattern Makers, Sample Makers, and fabric laboratory technicians
Manage the periodic maintenance of pattern plotters, sample cutting machines, and specialized sewing equipment in the Sample Room
Exercise authority to reject pattern releases or suspend sampling if materials fail laboratory testing (e.g., excessive shrinkage) until pattern adjustments are finalized

Job Requirements

Bachelor's Degree (S1) in Fashion Design, Garment Engineering, Textile Engineering, or a related engineering field
Minimum 5–8 years of experience in Garment Product Development/R&D, with at least 3 years in a managerial position (Manager or Lead) within export garment manufacturing or large-scale retail fashion
In-depth expertise in digital garment pattern construction, grading techniques, marker making (Optitex/Gerber), and industrial sewing machine operations
Comprehensive understanding of fabric characteristics (woven & knit), material shrinkage management, and basic textile laboratory testing
Proficient in reading, verifying, and developing highly accurate, export-standard technical specification sheets (Tech Packs)
Strong technical analytical skills with the ability to solve garment construction issues, demonstrating decisiveness and high attention to detail regarding dimensional measurements
Fluent in English, both written and spoken, for technical correspondence with international buyers and material vendors