Mobilisation Assistant

We have a new opportunity for a mobilization assistant (garment production) to support the Cooneen Protection Technical Mobilization team in our Fivemiletown facility.

Key Tasks/Main Activities:

• Organize and prepare Gold Seal / CWS samples (i.e. Tagging, cleaning and packing).
• Log specification changes and update requests received from Shanghai office logged and updated to the customer.
• Review and investigate NCR issues as identified by quality department and make necessary updates as directed by mobilisation manager.
• Review and inspect gold seal samples against customer specifications.
• Produce visual aids for production, customer or sales teams (i.e. User Manual / Information packs for Sales Team).
• Manage and maintain mobilisation documents.
• Organise and manage sample log.
• Update and maintain customer critical paths.
• Track and log samples sent for customer inspection and sign off.
• Assist Product Implementation Co-Ordinator with pre-production inspection report when required.
• Organise sample fabric and trims to be sent to external test laboratories and evaluate results against customer specification for compliance.
• Schedule daily update calls with factory offices and production to monitor mobilisation progress.
• Attend customer mobilisation meetings as directed by mobilisation manager.
• Create factory trim packs and organise these to be sent to the factory for costing purposes.
• Review and agree response to customer queries as directed by mobilisation manager.
• Create trim and factory packs for in-house production and maintain these with technical and production teams.
• Follow up on mobilisation project actions as directed by Mobilisation manager.
• Identify opportunities for improving the method of operation in your area of responsibility.
• Any other duties deemed necessary by management.
• Observe all Company Rules, Standard Operating Procedures and Company Policies particularly in relation to Health and Safety, Harassment, Disciplinary and ICT Security.
• Maximize efficiency by supporting Cooneen Lean continuous improvement activities.

This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. The successful job holder will be expected to perform varying tasks as required by their line manager & the overall objectives of the organisation.

Reward:

At the Cooneen Group, we focus on the wellbeing of our employees. In addition to a competitive rate of pay and work within a modern and comfortable environment, you’ll receive a generous 35 days annual leave, private healthcare cash plan for you and your dependents, and lunchtime finish on Fridays.

Facilities at our include a subsidized canteen, where complimentary fresh fruit, tea, coffee and filtered water are provided each day. Other benefits include employee assistance program, Royal London pension, paid refer a friend scheme, and employee social club.

Requirements:

Essential:

• Qualification in Fashion, Textiles or a related subject.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Word and Excel, to intermediate level.
• Interest in working in the garment production industry.

Desirable:

• Degree level qualification.
• Experience in the manufacturing or clothing/textile/fashion industry.
• Interest in Lean methodologies.

About The Cooneen Group:

Cooneen Group is one of the largest and most diversified garment manufacturers in Europe. We are a successful, stable group of companies operating in a range of clothing markets globally. Our group is comprised of over 250 employees employed across four individual companies bringing innovative design, excellent customer service, and strong, stable supply chains in order to meet and exceed customers expectations. Each business unit focuses on delivering outstanding garment solutions for clients with very specific garment requirements.

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The Cooneen Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

We reserve the right to enhance criteria on shortlisting.