Director of Apparel Decoration and Production

Vantage Apparel - Woodbridge Township, NJ

Full-time - Senior

Woodbridge Township, NJ

Textile Product Mills

About the position

The Director of Apparel Decoration and Production at Vantage Apparel is responsible for leading and overseeing all aspects of the company's decoration operations, including various techniques such as embroidery, screen printing, heat transfer, laser engraving, and direct-to-film (DTF). This role is crucial for ensuring that decoration services meet high standards of quality, efficiency, and innovation, while also driving process improvements and team success.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all apparel decoration processes, ensuring the highest quality and consistency.
• Stay up-to-date on industry trends and emerging technologies.
• Introduce new decoration techniques and technologies to improve product offerings and operational efficiency.
• Streamline operations by identifying areas for improvement in workflow, production, and quality assurance.
• Develop and implement robust quality control processes to ensure all decorated products meet Vantage's high standards.
• Train, mentor, and lead the apparel decoration team, ensuring they are equipped with the skills and knowledge to perform at their best.
• Manage the department budget, ensuring cost-effective use of resources while maintaining top-tier quality and output.
• Collaborate with customer experience teams to ensure seamless communication regarding custom orders, decoration specifications, and delivery timelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Textile Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4+ years of experience in apparel decoration, with a minimum of 2 years in a leadership role.
• Extensive knowledge of embroidery, screen printing, DTF, laser engraving, heat transfers, and other decoration methods.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with experience overseeing a diverse team of operators and technicians.
• Ability to stay ahead of trends and bring innovative decoration techniques to Vantage's offerings.
• Strong focus on quality assurance and process optimization.
• Ability to work cross-functionally with various departments to meet customer expectations and deadlines.
• Proven track record of identifying challenges and implementing effective solutions in a fast-paced production environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate ideas to internal teams and external clients.
• Proven experience in apparel manufacturing, with a strong background in operating and managing large-scale embroidery and screen printing facilities.
• Demonstrated experience in managing and leading a team of 180+ employees in a production environment.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off