Role Purpose: -We are looking for an experienced and technically strong professional with 10+ years of experience in IFR (Inherent Flame Resistant) product range development and manufacturing and quality governance. The candidate should possess end-to-end expertise across the textile value chain, including fiber selection, spinning, weaving, processing, dyeing, and finishing of IFR fabrics. - The ideal candidate should have strong technical competence, problem-solving capability, and leadership skills to drive product development, process optimization, team management and quality governance while supporting business growth in the protective textile segment. • Technical Accountability - Lead end-to-end development and manufacturing of IFR fabric products. - Drive fiber selection and material optimization based on performance requirements and customer needs. - Manage and oversee spinning, weaving, processing, dyeing, and finishing operations for IFR products. - Develop and optimize fabric constructions to meet FR performance, comfort, durability, and certification requirements. - Lead technical discussions with suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders. - Support new product development, innovation, and continuous process improvement initiatives. • Quality Accountability - Govern end-to-end process control and quality assurance - Ensure compliance with relevant industry certifications and standards related to protective textiles and flame-resistant fabrics. - Troubleshoot manufacturing and quality issues across the textile value chain. - Own Safety Fabric product specification and revision • People Management - Coordinate with internal teams for product development, quality assurance, sourcing, and production planning. - Mentor and manage technical/production teams and demonstrate strong leadership capability. [Requirements] Essential: • Degree/Diploma in Textile Technology / Textile Engineering / Fiber Science or equivalent. • Strong technical expertise in IFR/Inherent FR fabrics. • Fiber selection, Spinning, Weaving, Processing, Dyeing, Finishing • Knowledge of FR standards, testing, certifications, and performance requirements. • Strong leadership, team handling, and stakeholder management skills. • Good analytical and problem-solving capability. • Ability to work in a cross-functional and multicultural environment. Desirable: • Experience in protective textiles / industrial FR fabrics / IFR product range. • Exposure to global markets and customer requirements is preferred.