Production Assistant (Apparel) Job at Karen Kane, Los Angeles, CA

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  • Karen Kane
  • Los Angeles, CA

Job Description

Job Description

About Us

Karen Kane is an established apparel brand known for high-quality women's clothing. We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Production Assistant to support our production team in managing the day-to-day operations of apparel manufacturing.

Job Summary

The Production Assistant will work closely with the production and design teams to ensure the smooth execution of garment production, from initial development to final delivery. This role requires excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Production Coordination:

  • Assist in tracking production schedules and ensuring timely delivery of garments.
  • Communicate with vendors, factories, and suppliers regarding order statuses, changes, and issues.
  • Monitor raw material inventory and production supplies.
  • Coordinate the receipt, organization, and distribution of fabric, trims, and samples.

Quality Control & Compliance:

  • Conduct initial quality control checks on pre-production and production samples.
  • Ensure production is in line with company quality standards and specifications.
  • Assist in resolving production issues, including fabric defects, fit issues, and construction concerns.

Administrative & Data Management:

  • Maintain production records, purchase orders, and invoices.
  • Issue purchase orders to vendors.
  • Update and track purchase orders in ERP system.
  • Generate and maintain reports on production status, delivery timelines, and vendor performance.

Sample & Fitting Support:

  • Organize and distribute development and production samples for internal teams.
  • Assist in preparing samples for meetings, fittings, and showroom displays.

Logistics & Shipping:

  • Coordinate with logistics teams to ensure timely shipment of finished goods.
  • Track incoming and outgoing shipments, ensuring accurate documentation.
  • Communicate with customs brokers or freight forwarders as needed.

Candidate Requirements & Qualifications

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Fashion Merchandising, Apparel Production, Business, or a related field preferred.

Experience:

  • 1-2 years of experience in apparel production, sourcing, or a related field.

Technical Skills:

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and production management software (e.g., PLM, ERP).
  • Understanding of garment construction, fit, and materials.
  • Familiarity with technical packs, purchase orders, and vendor communication.

Soft Skills:

  • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work under tight deadlines and problem-solve proactively.
  • A keen eye for detail and accuracy.

Additional Requirements:

  • Knowledge of sustainability and ethical production practices is a plus.
  • Experience working with overseas factories is a plus.

Benefits

  • 401k plan with partial company match
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plan
  • Clothing discount
  • Life insurance with additional voluntary life insurance policy
  • Voluntary short-term and long-term disability policies
  • Voluntary free annual biometric health test
  • Early access to company sample sales
  • Company-sponsored wellness program
  • Access to free health & mindfulness webinars
  • Partial healthcare-subsidized fitness membership to 10,000 gym locations across the country
  • Company-subsidized discounts to theme parks & local attractions, including Disneyland, Knotts Berry Farm, Universal Studios, Legoland, Six Flags, Sea World, and Southern California sports teams; discounts to brands including Vitamix, Sonos, and others
  • orts teams; discounts to brands including Vitamix, Sonos, and others

Job Tags

Temporary work, Local area, Overseas,

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