Ref. Ares(2014)84528-16/01/2014 Skill development in ready made garment(rmg) Presented by: Eng. Mohamed El-Sayaad
Definition & Portions in the RMG It s done to help in Marketing, Training and assessment. Department Percentage Design 1-2% Production 75-80% Merchandising 3-4% Quality 3-4% Engineering/ Maintenance 3-4% Support functions 10-12%
Qualification requirements for RMG Engineer/ 5-10 years Experience Manager Engineer/ Diploma/ Minimum 5-10 years Experience Line/Shift supervisor Line/Shift supervisor ITI/ Diploma/ Minimum educated with 3-5 years experience Supervisor Supervisor Supervisor Minimum educated Operator Operator Operator Operator
Skill Requirements and Gaps Function Level Skill required Purchase Manager Knowledge of fabric types and quality. Price cost calculation Negotiation skills. Sourcing and evaluation of suppliers. Procurement Purchase associate/ executive Calculation for consumption rates and wastage. Orders consumption follow up. Delivery time follow up. Knowledge of different kinds of fabric defects and other quality parameters. Liaison with the fabric manufacturers and dye houses. Color continuity cards & Tests required.
Functi on Level Skill required Various production activities understanding Merchandising Senior Merchandiser Junior Merchandiser/ Merchandising Executive Soft skills (specially for Export). Foreign languages speaking and writing. Ability to handle multiple accounts/customers. Understanding of costing's and different requirements for different buyers. Reviewing materials used for garment manufacturing. Understanding of various production activities. Ability to work closely with other RMG departments. Time management skills to handle multiple orders. Basiccomputer skills.
Functio n Level Skills required Design Designer Design and develop garments. Designs to suit the current trends in the requested market. Fashion trends in the key markets Elements of Design, Basics of Costing, Fabric Study, Pattern Making and Draping. Production Production manager Production planning. Quality control. Do it right from first time. Management skills
Function Level Skills required Production Line Supervisor/ Floor Supervisor Operator In-depth knowledge of production process and inspection methods. Knowledge of different type of fabrics and stitching processes. Ability to guide the sewing machine operators. Man-management skills to manage the shop floor. The Supervisor should be able to motivate the workers. Good machine control. Knowledge of Pattern making. Knowledge of machines faults and maintenance procedures. Knowledge of machine and fabric faults. Ability to sew complete garment.
Functi on Level Skills required Quality Quality control executive Quality requirements. Understanding of the customer requirements. Knowledge of international standards is desirable. Knowledge of in line and final quality testing procedures. Ability to understand and prevent defects.
Overview of skill requirements
Skill Building scope Course type Course content Apparel Manufacturing Pattern making & Garment Construction. Quality control & work study. Production Planning and Control. Computer based tools. Fashion Design Fashion styling and illustration. Pattern making and draping. Merchandising(including costing). Design studio activities. Portfolio presentation. Quality Assurance knowing all the processes from quality prospective.
Course type Knitwear Manufacturing Course content Pattern making for knits Quality control & work study. Production Planning and Control Computer based tools. Production Supervision and Quality Control Inspection methods & Quality Systems. Sewing and Supervision skills. Sewing Machine Technician Maintenance and precautions. Sewing Operators Machine Basic sewing machine control Threading & Sewing of different shapes Quality standards Maintenance of sewing machine.
Observation Qualified Man power and training of trainers Measurable tools Technology transfer And upgrade Research and development through different institutions. Time and work study importance Design and Fashion are key tools for RMG. Management, systems, standards and procedures.