Production Support Assistant - Hourly

Lizzie Fortunato Jewels; United States; On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

A boutique fashion accessories brand in New York City is seeking a Production Support Assistant for part-time hours. This role involves maintaining inventory organization, assisting in production prep, conducting quality checks, and maintaining operational workflows. Ideal candidates are highly organized and detail-oriented, with some experience in production or inventory management. The position supports up to 35 hours weekly on-site and requires the ability to lift boxes and work collaboratively in a small team.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in production or inventory.
• Comfortable with lifting boxes up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to follow multi-step instructions precisely.

Responsibilities

• Maintain organized inventory of raw materials and finished goods.
• Prepare materials for studio production and ensure workflows.
• Conduct quality control checks on incoming packages.

Skills

Highly organized

Exceptional attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Proactive and solution-oriented

Inventory and logistics experience

Basic computer functions

Tools

Excel

SKUVault

FilemakerPro

Basecamp

Google Sheets

Job description

Product Development / Project Management Professional

Lizzie Fortunato: Production Support Assistant (Warehouse/Receiving experience required)

Who We Are:

Lizzie Fortunato is a New York City-based accessories brand founded by twin sisters, Elizabeth and Kathryn Fortunato. Lizzie Fortunato sources materials and inspiration from around the globe to create collections that are informed by travel, fine art, and the craftwork of the places they visit.

Who You Are:

You are an analytical, detail-oriented, and highly organized individual who thrives in a fast-paced, hands‑on environment. You enjoy building strong working relationships and bring an eager, solutions-oriented mindset to daily tasks. You take pride in accuracy, efficiency, and keeping systems and spaces running smoothly. You are invested in the quality of your work and passionate about the Lizzie Fortunato brand and the impact that small creative companies have on the fashion and retail landscape.

Where You Fit In + What You Will Do:

The Production Support Assistant aids the Production and Operations teams by maintaining inventory organization, preparing materials for studio production, and ensuring smooth day‑to‑day operational workflows. The primary responsibilities of the position are outlined below:

Inventory Management

• Maintain an orderly inventory of raw materials, components, and finished goods (both physically and digitally).
• Confidence in inventory/barcoding/warehousing systems to accurately track inventory via our computer systems is required for this position.
• Assist in tracking bin locations and update systems when materials move or are consumed.
• Conduct cycle counts, stock checks, and system updates to ensure accurate inventory levels.
• Receive, unpack, and count shipments; label, sort, and store materials in their designated locations.
• Support the Production team with RTV packages and related shipping logistics.

Style Allocation & Production Prep

• Prepare materials for production based on allocation sheets + direction from the Production team.
• Accurately process for allocation by sorting, counting, pairing, and labeling components.

Receiving, Quality Control & Data Entry

• Receive incoming packages with materials and verify quantities against packing slips and purchase orders.
• Conduct basic QC checks (verifying color, count, finish quality) based on LFJ’s standards and approved samples.
• Flag any/all discrepancies and quality concerns to the Production Coordinators or Manager.
• Enter receipts, inventory adjustments, and status updates into our internal database and project management tools.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with vendors when arranging basic logistics.

Operational & Studio Support

• Assist with labeling, SKU organization, and maintaining digital product files.
• Contribute to overall studio upkeep—including restocking supplies and maintaining a tidy, organized workspace aligned with LFJ standards (i.e. breaking down shipping boxes and materials, monitoring the Terracycle, etc).
• Support ad hoc operational and administrative tasks as needed.

System & Tool Maintenance

• Ensure data is entered promptly and accurately so inventory levels remain current.
• Help maintain organization in internal tools, utilizing SKUVault, FilemakerPro, Basecamp, Google Sheets, etc., as tasks move through production stages.

What You Will Bring:

• Highly organized, dependable, and able to maintain accuracy in a fast-paced, high-volume, deadline-driven environment.
• Exceptional attention to detail and comfortable working with small components.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with a small team.
• Positive, proactive, and solution-oriented attitude.
• Prior production, inventory, and logistics experience is preferred.
• Prior jewelry, craft, retail stockroom, or operations experience is helpful but not required.
• Comfortable working with repetitive tasks and fine motor work.
• Ability to follow multi-step instructions with precision.
• Reliability and punctuality in a part‑time structured environment.
• Comfortable with basic computer functions, data entry, and Excel is required.
• Minimum 3-5 years relevant experience

Details:

• Hourly position (~25-35 hours/week)
• On-site role in our NYC studio
• Must be comfortable lifting boxes up to 25 lbs

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

Industries

• Fashion Accessories Manufacturing