Cutting Manager

About the role

Heathertex Egypt is seeking an experienced Cutting Manager to lead its cutting room operations in Alexandria. This full‑time, on‑site role oversees all stages of fabric preparation, marker making, spreading, cutting, bundling and coordination with production and quality teams.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and allocate cutting work, assign tasks to staff and monitor workflow to meet daily production targets.
• Control fabric utilization, minimize waste and ensure cuts meet technical specifications.
• Maintain accurate records of fabric consumption, cut parts and inventory.
• Implement and enforce quality, safety and efficiency standards in the cutting department.
• Resolve technical and operational issues promptly and provide training to team members.
• Collaborate with planning, merchandising and production departments on style requirements and delivery schedules.
• Prepare regular performance, efficiency and inventory reports for management.

Required profile

• Proven experience in garment cutting, preferably as a Cutting Manager or Cutting Supervisor.
• Strong knowledge of fabric behavior, marker efficiency, spreading and cutting techniques.
• Experience in production planning and workflow management within an apparel manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lead, supervise and develop cutting room teams while maintaining high discipline.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to work full‑time on‑site in Alexandria and adapt to shifting priorities.

Required skills

• Garment cutting processes
• Fabric behavior analysis
• Marker efficiency optimization
• Spreading and cutting techniques
• Production planning
• Workflow management
• Cutting room tools
• Automated cutting systems
• CAD/CAM systems