Position: Assistant/Associate Production Manager

Overview: We are currently seeking a dedicated women’s and girls’ apparel Production Assistant/Associate to provide essential support to our Production Director. This role is crucial to ensuring the smooth operation of our manufacturing process, optimizing efficiency, and maintaining high-quality standards. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of effectively assisting the production management team in all tasks.

Responsibilities:

• Production Support: Assist the Production Director/Manager in coordinating all aspects of apparel production, including scheduling, workflow management, and resource allocation.
• T&A: Assist Production Director in implementing, monitoring, and adhering to the time and action calendar.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of production activities, including production schedules, material usage, and any deviations from standard procedures.
• Record Keeping: Track, receive, record, and communicate in regards to lab dips, trim & bulk approvals, fit samples, PP’s, and TOP’s.
• Technical: Attend and assist in fittings. Able to process & understand tech packs & spec sheets and spec garments as needed.
• Compliance: Adhere to different procedures and requirements of each retail customer accounts.
• Communication: Serve as a liaison between Production Director, Sales and Design teams, HQ and factories, relaying instructions, updates, and feedback as needed.
• Problem Solving: Identify and address any issues or challenges that may arise during production, collaborating with the production management team to implement solutions.
• Quality Control: Conduct inspections of garments to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications established by the production management team.
• Continuous Improvement: Actively participate in meetings and discussions focused on process improvements and operational efficiencies.
• Ad Hoc Tasks: Assist the production management team with any additional tasks or projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional education or training in production apparel manufacturing is advantageous.
• Previous experience in a production support role or similar capacity within the apparel industry is preferred.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and other relevant software applications.
• Detail-oriented and capable of maintaining accurate records and documentation.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and production schedules.

Working Conditions:

• Flexible scheduling may be required to accommodate production demands, including evenings and weekends.

Joining our team as an Apparel Production Associate offers an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the production process while gaining valuable experience in apparel manufacturing. If you are organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about contributing to the fashion industry, we encourage you to apply!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $74,046.00 - $80,940.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 1 year (Required)
• Management: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• New York, NY 10018 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• New York, NY 10018: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person