Subjective assessment, direct observation, interview with weavers and the managing bodies were used for determining the work related issues prevailing in the present handloom sector. The study identifies four broader problem areas related to seating, treadling, flying shuttle and cloth rolling operations where design modifications are required to improve work efficiency with reduced manual efforts. Addressing the issues by looking into the ergonomic aspects in existing workstation will have direct impact on quality as well as quantity of outcome thereby, improving the productivity as well as overall occupational wellness.