Factory coordinator

Description

• Job TypeFull-Time
• Experience7 Year+
• Min Salary$1,200+

LABS is recruiting a Factory Coordinator for its operations in Cambodia, based in Phnom Penh.
Job Profile
The incumbent will be required to support the activities for LABS Program in the Apparel & Footwear
sector, focusing on Electrical, Fire and Structural safety. The person will report to the Country Manager,
LABS and will be responsible for the successful management of 50 factories and supervision of various
firms associated with LABS Initiative such as Inspection Firm (IF), Remediation Firm (RF), Quality
Assurance (QA) Firm, etc. The Factory Coordinator will work closely with a diverse group of
stakeholders, including Brands, Factory owners, Local Authorities, Civil Society Organisations and
LABS Team.
Key Responsibilities:
• Support the implementation of LABS Initiative and its standards, consistent with project objectives
• Directly manage and coordinate the assessment process for about 50 factories.
• Work cooperatively with others to create a safe work site environment; and communicate effectively
with the facility owners, contractors and stakeholders associated with the LABS Initiative.
• Collaborate with Engineers and Auditors working with Associated Firms (Inspection Firms, Quality
Assurance Firm, Safety Training Firms and Remediation Firms)
• Clarify the Corrective Action Plan (CAP) generated post assessment to factories, wherever needed.
• Schedule and perform factory visits to follow-up on implementation progress of the safety
assessments conducted under LABS Initiative by Inspection Firms.
• Track, document, and report online the factory progress summarizing gaps and opportunities.
• Monitor & evaluate performance of Associated Firms and give timely feedback to the Country
Manager.
• Relationship building with Brand Participants, Factories, Associated Firms.
• Attend and convene meetings as assigned.
• Provide Training to Associated Firms and Factories on Fair Factories Clearinghouse Platform (FFC
Platform) after being trained by the LABS FFC Lead, whenever required.
• Interacting with LABS Initiative counter parts in other countries for sharing good practices and
benchmarking quality control standards.
• Provide support in framing policies, procedures and other relevant documentation for the program.
Factory Coordinator - LABS, Cambodia
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• Administrative function and support as needed in the operations of the LABS Initiative including but
not limited to setting up meetings, making arrangements for training, planning logistics, preparing
minutes of meetings and participating in operations call, if needed.
Apply to this role if you:
• are independent, pro-active and self-driven.
• are results-oriented, yet flexible and hands-on, ability to execute given projects quickly and
thoroughly.
• are active, service and detail-oriented, analytical, structured and business minded.
• are able to capture complex or prospective ideas into concise, high impact briefs for discussion
• have the ability to organize and prioritize work, multitask and meet strict timelines.
• believe that no activity is too small or too unimportant to be delivered by you if it has an impact on
the larger objective!
Requirements
Candidates will be selected based on the following criteria: (Profile of only post-graduate engineer will
be considered)
• An engineer with at least 5 - 7 years on site experience in conducting Structural, Fire & Electrical
safety audits, preferably in Apparel, Textile, Footwear and Accessories industry or any other
manufacturing industry.
• Being able to understand technical drawings, testing and design documents to participate in
verification and validation discussions.
• Sound knowledge of Electrical, Fire and/or Structural safety aspects linked to Factory construction.
• Proficiency in understanding of National Building Codes of Cambodia, Fire Code, etc., if applicable
• Able to address implementation issues and resolve conflict.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work, multitask and meet strict timelines.
• Education Level: Graduation (B. Tech or B.E- Electrical, Fire or Structural Engineering) and/or
Post-Graduation
• Written and spoken skills in languages: English and Khmer
• Experience in working with virtual or remote team members.
Supporting Requirements
• Work to achieve agreed objectives and is accountable for meeting or exceeding them.
• Ability to think conceptually around complex issues.
• Experience in working with people from different cultural backgrounds.
• Willingness to travel [Regional travel may be required (up to 50%)]
How to apply
Interested candidates should send their CV/Resume and application letter (in English), explaining your
interest and capabilities for the position, to Emerald Am, Country Manager – Cambodia, Email-
a*@labsinitiative.com ចុចដើម្បីផ្ញើអ៊ីម៉ែល/Click To Send Email, before 3rd May, 2024 mentioning “Application for Factory Coordinator (LABS,
Cambodia)” in the headline