We're looking for a Production Office Assistant to support the planning and production of all women's apparel products that we manufacture. We take pride in the quality of our clothing and want to find an individual who will ensure that we meet the high standards we set for ourselves. This is a full-time 40 hour a week position including full benefits, paid sick time, with the potential for paid time off and an array of additional employee benefits: merchandise discounts, monthly educational wellness/health seminars, discounted gym and at-home fitness memberships, and other perks. This position is based in Los Angeles, CA.
The ideal candidate for this job is engaging, focused on finding solutions, and a great problem-solver.
Job Responsibilities Include:
Organize and process seasonal information to vendors and management through the production process.
Prepare cuts and coordinate with domestic sewing contractors.
Help maintain Production department files and folders.
Issue production paperwork - purchase orders, cut tickets, etc.
Maintain & update quality assurance information for garments and fabric.
Create charts as needed by the Production team - and help update if needed.
Measure and inspect garments for quality; record information in Excel.
Handle send-outs - communicate regularly with vendors and follow-up as needed for information on production & fit samples. Send-outs include, but not limited to elastic shirring, eyelets, tie dye, garment dye & wash, welt pockets.
Adhere to production calendar and assist department in achieving all deadline goals.
Candidate Requirements:
Strong time-management, organization, multi-tasking, and prioritization skills.
Minimum 1-2 years in women's apparel.
Proficient in Microsoft suite: Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.
Knowledge & experience in POM, measuring garments, import tech packs.
Experience with send-outs, duplicates.
Ability to complete document filing and other clerical duties.
Excellent communication skills.
Benefits:
401k plan with partial company match.
Comprehensive healthcare, 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 monthly health & mindfulness webinars.
Seasonal monetary awards for participation in company Fitness Challenges.
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.
Karen Kane is a well-established apparel brand that has been manufacturing women's apparel for over 40 years. The brand has had rapid growth on ecommerce in recent years, and continues to have successful long-lasting relationships with major stores like Nordstrom and Bloomingdale's. From its start, the company has remained family-run and privately owned.