Denim Production & Innovation Lead

JEANS INNOVATION CENTER LLC; Gardena (CA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 207,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, dental insurance

401(k)

Child care support

Paid maternity/paternity leave

Commuter benefits

Disability insurance

Job summary

JEANS INNOVATION CENTER LLC in Gardena, CA, seeks a Production Management & Innovation Manager to lead denim fabric research and development in collaboration with mills, evaluating yarn types, spinning systems, indigo and sulfur dye performance, and fabric construction for bulk production.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of relevant experience, with international travel 6-7 times per year.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in production management or denim fabric development.
• Experience collaborating with fabric mills and scaling to bulk production is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead denim fabric R&D in collab with fabric mills.
• Evaluate yarn types and spinning systems.
• Assess indigo and sulfur dye performance.
• Assess fabric construction and physical durability.
• Ensure readiness for large-scale bulk production.
• Coordinate international travel as part of the role.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

JEANS INNOVATION CENTER LLC in Gardena, CA, seeks a Production Management & Innovation Manager to lead denim fabric research and development in collaboration with mills, evaluating yarn types, spinning systems, indigo and sulfur dye performance, and fabric construction for bulk production.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of relevant experience, with international travel 6-7 times per year.