To apply, please send cover letter and CV to charmaine.chan@knatchbull.com
About the Role
As the Production Assistant, you will be a key contributor to the production process, ensuring smooth operations from order placement to final delivery. This dynamic role requires exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and proactive communication to meet deadlines and maintain quality standards. Working closely with the Production Manager, you'll liaise with factories, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure the seamless execution of production tasks.
Key Responsibilities
Production Coordination
- Support the entire production process, including placing and amending orders and overseeing timelines
- Track all deliveries adhere to the critical path and meet established deadlines
- Assist with production dockets and liaise with factories to resolve production-related matters
Factory Collaboration and Visits
- Visit domestic factories to oversee production stages and ensure compliance with brand quality and ethical standards
- Conduct on-site quality inspections, address production issues, and maintain strong factory relationships
Quality Control
- Inspect raw materials, prototypes, and finished garments to ensure adherence to brand quality standards
- Collaborate with production manager to resolve issues related to fit, fabric, or finishing
Material Sourcing and Logistics Support
- Support the sourcing of fabrics, trims, and accessories to align with design and technical specifications
- Coordinate shipments and deliveries with suppliers and warehouses, ensuring timely arrivals
- Allocate garment-appropriate trims and accessories, maintaining an organized in-house inventory
Documentation and Reporting
- Maintain detailed production records, including orders, purchase orders, invoices, and delivery notes
- Prepare and share weekly production reports to track progress and highlight potential delays
Collaboration
- Partner with design, technical, and product development teams to ensure effective communication
- Attend production meetings, documenting notes and following up on actionable items
General Support
- Organize and arrange dispatch of goods
- Update and maintain the delivery schedule
- Support additional projects as required by the production team
- Perform tasks as assigned by your line manager
Qualifications and Skills
Experience
- Previous experience in a production or related role, preferably within luxury fashion or RTW
Education
- Degree in Fashion Production, Textile Management, or a related field is preferred
Required Skills
- Strong communication and cross-functional team management abilities
- Exceptional problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Strong organizational and multitasking capabilities
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
- Understanding of garment construction and production processes
- Willingness to travel to factories and suppliers
- Self-motivated with excellent interpersonal skills