Apparel Production Assistant

BAD FORM STUDIOS is seeking an Apparel Production Assistant. This is an full time in-person role, five days a week in downtown Los Angeles. Overview This role will support the production team, working closely with and reporting to the executive. The primary focus of the role is to help streamline and accelerate production and keep all projects moving along smoothly and efficiently. BAD FORM STUDIOS are looking for a highly organized and proactive Production Assistant to support the day to day operations of the production team. This role will work closely with the production team on all stages of apparel development and production, while also acting as a liason with the design and operations teams as necessary. Duties Drive between the main office, factories, vendors, store, pick up and review materials and samples as needed. Follow up regularly with factories and vendors regarding sample status, material availability, production progress, and outstanding items. Monitor and track production orders, schedules and delivery deadlines to help keep production on schedule. Maintain and update production spreadsheets with estimated delivery dates, quantities, and progress updates. Coordinate sample shipments, pickups and deliveries and track incoming and outgoing packages. Review TOP (top of production) samples and flag any production discrepancies and quality issues. Provide garments specs as needed for pre-production samples as well as bulk production to evaluate consistency. Organize, label, and track garment samples, fabric swatches, trims, and other production materials. Source and order fabrics, trims, and other materials as needed. Prepare and organize specific cuts and fabrics for send outs (embroidery, screen printing, bias, shrink test, etc.) Prepare trim cards for outgoing production to ensure accuracy and consistency (e.g. specific elastic specs, thread colors, main and size labels, etc.) Communicate and coordinate with overseas vendors and factories to monitor progress and ensure follow-through. Assist with general production coordination and other projects as needed. Experience 1-3 years experience in apparel production Accomplished within fast-paced, deadline driven environments Strong communications skills Works well within a team environment Ability to juggle multiple projects at once Organized and detail oriented Added plus: Speaks Spanish and/or Chinese Drive a large vehicle (for transporting large fabric rolls, etc.) Basic pattern and/or garment construction knowledge Pay: $41,600.00 - $52,000.00 per year Work Location: In person

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