Production Assistant

United Legwear & Apparel Co.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

United Legwear & Apparel Co. is seeking a Production Assistant to support the Production team in day-to-day operations across accessories or bodywear/legwear.

You will assist with sample management, product testing, factory compliance and quality assurance activities, helping the department meet timelines and quality goals. This role requires strong organizational skills, proficiency in MS Office, and clear communication with overseas vendors and internal teams to ensure accurate labeling and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; prior office experience preferred.
• Experience in production or manufacturing in the fashion industry is helpful.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic database systems.

Responsibilities

• Request, track and review pre-production and top of production samples.
• Maintain sample tracking sheet and submit samples to licensor.
• Review and manage trim layouts and labeling requirements.
• Gather customer labeling requirements from sales and communicate to vendors.
• Build customer-specific labeling worksheets.
• Communicate daily with overseas vendors.
• Track samples with overseas vendors and maintain tracking sheets.
• Collaborate with design, packaging, and development teams on samples.
• Report to production manager/director for timelines.
• Coordinate with Compliance-QA to obtain product fiber contents.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Basic databases

Job description

The Production Assistant is responsible for providing support to the Production team in the day-to-day operations in their designated area (accessories or bodywear/legwear). This position will be involved in daily projects and responsibilities such as sample management, product testing, factory compliance, and quality assurance. The Production Assistant will help facilitate the execution of the department initiatives and goals.

Essential Functions (Including but not limited to):

• Request, track and review pre-production and top of production samples
• Maintain sample tracking sheet and submitting samples to licensor
• Review and manage trim layouts such as packaging, UPC stickers and other label requirements.
• Gather customer compliant requirements from sales and communicate such to vendors for accurate labeling.
• Build customer specific labeling worksheet.
• Daily communication with overseas vendors.
• Track samples with our overseas vendors and maintain internal sample tracking sheets.
• Work closely with design, packaging, and development team for samples.
• Report directly to the production manager or director for sample and trim timelines.
• Work with Compliance-QA Team to obtain product fiber contents.
• Perform any other duties as assigned in support of the company needs and operations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; prior office experience or education in a related field preferred.
• Experience in production or manufacturing, in the Fashion Industry.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic database systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize workloads.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, maintaining attention to detail and deadlines.