Design Production Coordinator — Apparel & Graphics CAD

AFH Canada Stores Co.; United States; Remote; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive bonus program

401(K) with company match

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Responsibilities include managing PLM data, trimsheets, and artwork preparation, plus coordinating with CAD/Graphic teams to meet deadlines and ensure brand standards are met.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Fashion, or related field.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience with PLM systems is a plus.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Creative Suite, and Kaledo (CAD Design).

Responsibilities

• Develop understanding of product development and manage deliverables for each stage (Apparel).
• Update trimsheets and maintain accuracy throughout development.
• Enter and manage data in PLM and Smart Sheet, including lap dip entries.
• Track fit samples and ensure timely delivery to Design and Tech teams for review.
• Prepare materials for daily production needs (Pantones, submits, artwork).
• Maintain organization of samples, submits, trim boards, and related assets.
• Assist with meeting preparation by assembling chip boards and visuals.
• Prepare final artwork for print and digital deliverables (Graphics/CAD).
• Ensure design files meet print/digital specs (bleed, color profiles, resolution).
• Select materials for graphic execution (Pantone colors, applique, embroidery).
• Retouch, resize, and adapt graphics across platforms; maintain brand consistency.
• Work with CAD/Graphic designers to meet production timelines.
• Add artwork to product renderings, tech packs, and construction diagrams.
• Organize and maintain libraries and files; print/ship artworks to vendor.

Skills

PLM systems experience

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking & deadlines

Communication & collaboration

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Creative Suite

Kaledo (CAD Design)

PLM software proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Fashion, or related field

Bachelor’s degree in Textile/ Fibers, Graphic Design or related field

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Creative Suite

Kaledo

PLM software

Job description

Responsibilities include managing PLM data, trimsheets, and artwork preparation, plus coordinating with CAD/Graphic teams to meet deadlines and ensure brand standards are met.