Cutting Manager

Cutting Manager

Career Opportunity

Tropic Knits Group, part of the textile cluster of CIEL Group, is one of the largest Fine Knits manufacturers in the Indian Ocean. Our clients, based in the UK, Europe, South Africa and USA, include some of the world's best-known high street retailers and sports brand. Tropic Knits Group is a global entity which operates factories in Mauritius, Madagascar and India.

Cutting Manager

We are currently looking for a Cutting Manager to join the team at our Tropic Madagascar unit.

In this role, the successful candidate should be a team player with a keen eye for detail and problem-solving skills with a goal to produce accurate and timely reports.

What you will be doing:

• Ensure execution of cutting plans aligned with production needs.
• Control marker making and fabric laying procedures.
• Approve first-layer cut panels and ensure pilot audits before bulk cutting.
• Conduct regular audits on cut panel quality.
• Analyze cutting defects and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Lead daily meetings and report KPIs to management.
• Prepare skill matrix and training roadmap for cutting team members.
• Ensure cutting equipment is well-maintained in collaboration with the maintenance department.
• Maintain cutting reports, including fabric consumption, wastage, output, and efficiency.
• Resolve operational issues promptly to avoid delays or quality problems.

What are we looking for?

• Diploma/Degree in Apparel Manufacturing, Garment Technology, or related field
• Certificate in CAD software
• 5–7 years of progressive experience in garment cutting; minimum 2 years in a managerial role
• Experience in T Shirt manufacturing is a strong advantage
• Hands-on experience in marker making, fusing, layering, and machine cutting
• Exposure to lean manufacturing and continuous improvement systems preferred