Jade Blue Production Efficiency

2021

Overview

The internship at Jade Blue focused on gaining a comprehensive understanding of the end-to-end operations of a mid-scale apparel production unit. This included studying the processes from customization and mass production to merchandising, packaging, and dispatch, with the goal of analyzing how a production unit balances efficiency, quality, and workflow management.

The internship at Jade Blue focused on gaining a comprehensive understanding of the end-to-end operations of a mid-scale apparel production unit. This included studying the processes from customization and mass production to merchandising, packaging, and dispatch, with the goal of analyzing how a production unit balances efficiency, quality, and workflow management.

Services

Manufacturing Efficiency

, Production Management

, Quality Control

Approach

  • Observed factory workflow across departments — fabric, trims, sampling, cutting, sewing, finishing, and dispatch.

  • Identified key inefficiencies: poor ergonomics, lack of inline inspection, and bottleneck operations (e.g., sleeve-making).

  • Applied industrial engineering concepts to propose solutions like ergonomic seating, improved sewing layout, and inline quality checkpoints.

  • Executed two live projects:

    • Traffic Light Inspection System → early defect detection and operator accountability.

    • 5S in Store Room → organization, cleanliness, and material handling.

outcomes and impact

Implemented 5S methodology and Traffic Light Inspection System, enhancing efficiency by 12.5% and reducing defect rates by 18%. Offered a long-term framework for scaling quality and operational efficiency while maintaining a productive environment.

2021

Jade Blue Production Efficiency