Knitwear Assembly Team leader

Untouched World is a proudly New Zealand-owned and operated fashion brand known for its premium knitwear and natural fibre garments. Our reputation is built on quality craftsmanship, innovative product development, and a commitment to creating beautifully made products that customers value for years to come. About the role Lead and oversee the Knitwear Assembly team at Untouched World, working with premium natural fibres. You'll lead people, drive continuous improvement, solve production challenges, and ensure exceptional quality standards are achieved across a range of garment construction operations. This role is ideal for a hands‑on leader who combines strong technical expertise with a passion for developing people, building team capability, and delivering outstanding results. Key responsibilities Lead and support the Knitwear Assembly team across a range of garment construction operations. Ensure garments produced from premium fibres meet the highest quality standards and customer expectations. Coach, mentor, and develop team members to build capability, engagement, and performance. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality, efficiency, and productivity. Monitor workflow, resolve production issues, and implement practical solutions. Maintain compliance with production procedures, quality standards, and health and safety requirements. Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning. About you A genuine people leader who enjoys coaching, mentoring, and developing others to achieve their best. Highly detail‑oriented, with a strong commitment to quality and craftsmanship. Passionate about continuous improvement and identifying opportunities to enhance processes, productivity, and team performance. Proven leadership experience in a manufacturing or production environment. Sound understanding of knitwear manufacturing, garment construction, and production processes. Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills. Excellent communication, planning, and organisational abilities. Adaptable and able to thrive in a fast‑paced environment. About us We believe diverse perspectives strengthen our business. We are committed to attracting, developing, and growing talented people in an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and included. We recruit, develop, and promote people based on their skills, experience, contribution, and potential, creating opportunities for all to grow and thrive. Applicants must be legally entitled to live and work in New Zealand. You will need to hold New Zealand citizenship, permanent residency, or a valid work visa that covers this role. We are unable to consider applications from candidates without existing work rights in New Zealand, and visa sponsorship is not available for this position. #J-18808-Ljbffr