Executive ‐ Industrial Engineering
(Based at Bodywear - Biyagama)
The Bodywear Value Stream of MAS Holdings delivers end-to-end design, innovation and manufacturing solutions across lingerie, swimwear and next-to-skin categories. It brings together broad expertise in fit, comfort, performance and aesthetics to serve leading global brands at scale.
With design and innovation hubs in Sri Lanka, the USA, Canada and Hong Kong and manufacturing operations across Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, India, Vietnam, Indonesia and Kenya, Bodywear offers a diverse portfolio spanning bras, briefs, shapewear, sleepwear, performance bodywear and Olympic grade swimwear. The value stream portfolio includes Victoria’s Secret, Calvin Klein, Marks & Spencer, Triumph, Speedo and Aerie. Positioned as a global centre of excellence, the Bodywear Value Stream combines advanced product innovation, technology-led solutions and operational scale to meet evolving consumer expectations across intimate and swim categories.
Embark on a journey of change with MAS, by joining our Bodywear Campus team as an Executive ‐ Industrial Engineering based at Biyagama to improve manufacturability by standardizing both machine & method, with the product development team using PPA (Pre - Production Activity) process, chassis & autonomation.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide leadership at PDRA (Product Development Risk Assessment), MI (Moulding Integration), FI (Factory Integration), Pp (Pre-Production).
- Continuously look for automation options to de-skill the operation at pre-production stage.
- Continuously look for ways to reduce machine requirement for layouts and ensure machines are available for production.
- Prepare layout, Yamazumi version 1 and machine settings and execute chassis base manufacturing.
- Train and develop team members to meet expected performance standards, remain vigilant in identifying shop floor abnormalities and driving timely resolutions, and ensure full compliance with health, safety, and quality procedures during physical and chemical testing activities to achieve zero accidents.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Science, Textile Engineering, or a related discipline, with 1-2 years of relevant industry experience.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an innovative and improvement-driven mindset.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to clearly convey information and engage effectively with stakeholders.
- Proven ability to work collaboratively within diverse teams, contributing positively toward achieving common goals.
- Knowledge of Industrial Engineering principles and Lean Manufacturing tools or GSD certification will be an added advantage.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Physical Science, Textile Engineering, or a related discipline
- 1–2 years of relevant industry experience
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Innovative and improvement-driven mindset
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively within diverse teams
- Knowledge of Industrial Engineering principles and Lean Manufacturing tools
- GSD certification
What We Do
MAS is an innovation driven company founded on a perfect blend of daring and visionary thinking. Focusing on fashion and lifestyle, we are one of Asia’s largest manufacturers of intimate apparel, sportswear, performance wear and swimwear and provide IT solutions to the apparel and footwear industry worldwide. MAS nurtures and drives a culture of excellence where over 114,000 global associates activate their full potential. Our identity, which goes beyond great products, is deeply embedded in community well-being and nurturing world-class teams.
