Production Assistant

DONNI.; California (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Clothing gifts and discounts

Job summary

DONNI. in California seeks a proactive Production Assistant to support the Production Manager in operational functions. This role involves maintenance of production schedules, reviewing tech packs, and coordinating deliveries between suppliers and factories.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of experience in apparel production, strong communication skills, and technical fluency in garment construction and dyeing processes. DONNI. offers a comprehensive benefit policy, including paid time off and medical coverage.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in apparel production; domestic bulk production experience required.
• Computer proficiency in production tools and calendar tracking.
• Ability to read tech packs and identify construction problems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain production schedules and calendars across multiple factory partners.
• Review tech packs and provide construction feedback.
• Coordinate fabric and trim deliveries to ensure timely arrivals.

Skills

Apparel production experience

Technical garment construction

Hands-on garment dyeing knowledge

Strong communication skills

Tools

Excel

PLM systems

Job description

DONNI. creates clothing for every woman, no matter the stage of life. We take a multigenerational approach to each collection, with the intention that our clothing will be passed on for generations to come.

Each piece is made locally in LA and designed to be comfortable, classic and cool. We are intentional about keeping all of our business operations local, our fabrics locally milled or sourced, and each piece locally constructed. The majority of our partners – vendors, factories, cutting houses, knitting mills, marker/graders, pattern makers – are either women‑run or women‑owned.

ABOUT THE ROLE.

DONNI. is seeking a highly organized and proactive Production Assistant to support the Production Manager across all operational bulk production functions. This role plays a key part in ensuring seamless cross‑functional communication, timeline adherence, vendor coordination, and production tracking. The employee will spend time in both the field and in the office.

Production and QC Coordination

• Maintain and track production schedules across multiple LA‑based factory partners simultaneously
• Maintain and update production calendars, ensuring all milestones, deadlines, and delivery windows are met
• Communicate daily with factory contacts to follow up on samples, bulk production status, and any issues on the floor
• Escalate and problem‑solve production delays, quality issues, or material shortages in real timeCoordinating and conducting TOP, inline, and finishing QC upholding our partners to our standards
• Coordinate fabric and trim deliveries between suppliers and factories, ensuring materials arrive on schedule

Technical – Garment Construction & Garment Dyeing

• Review and redline tech packs, construction details, seam allowances, grading specs, and point of measure (POM) sheets
• Conduct in‑person factory visits in LA to review samples, provide construction feedback, and approve fit corrections
• Verify bulk production against approved samples, checking stitching, hardware, trims, label placement, and overall quality
• Work closely with dyehouses to manage garment dye programs including color approvals, lab dip reviews, and bulk dye lots
• Understand and communicate dye processes (pigment, reactive, sulfur, enzyme wash, etc.) to ensure correct results
• Flag color consistency issues or shrinkage irregularities between dye lots and coordinate corrections with the dyehouse
• Maintain dye standards and color reference libraries to ensure seasonal consistency

Administrative & Organizational

• Maintain organized production files including POs, tech packs, cost sheets, sample logs, and approval records
• Update internal tracking systems and production reports to keep the team aligned on status at all times.
• Assist in costing exercises by gathering factory quotes, comparing CMT costs, and flagging cost variances
• Support the production manager with seasonal planning, line list organization, and vendor communication

Other ad hoc duties as assigned

ABOUT YOU.

• 2+ years of experience in apparel production; domestic bulk production experience required
• Computer proficiency in production tools, Excel, PLM systems, and calendar tracking
• Technically fluent in garment construction: you can read a tech pack, walk a factory floor, and spot a construction problem on sight
• Hands‑on knowledge of garment dyeing and wash processes — you understand what happens in a dyehouse and why it matters
• Comfortable in a fast‑paced environment where priorities shift and you need to adapt quickly
• Strong communicator — clear, direct, and professional with factory partners and internal teammates alike in both verbal and written communication
• Organized and detail‑oriented, with the ability to manage multiple styles and vendors simultaneously
• A problem solver who approaches challenges with urgency and resourcefulness
• Strong analytical and prioritization skills
• Eager to learn, grow, and take on more responsibility over time
• Must be physically able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
• Comfortable working both in the field and in‑office

ABOUT WORKING AT DONNI.

DONNI. has a comprehensive benefit policy including paid time off, paid holidays, summer Fridays, medical/dental/vision, 401k, clothing gifts and discounts and more.

The final compensation package for this role will depend on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.