Senior Production Coordinator (Apparel)
TCW Trends, Inc.
Torrance, CA
Job description
TCW Trends, Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced candidate for the full-time position of Senior Production Coordinator (in APPAREL) preferably with club stores like Sam's Club & Costco production experience to join our team. This person will be responsible for coordinating all aspects of production, including costing, product development, scheduling, T&A management, production process, and data entry.
Key Responsibilities:
Coordinating Production
- Costing and Product Development: Collaborate with customers and factories to finalize product designs and costs.
- Scheduling: Create and manage production schedules (T&A reports) to track production progress, identify potential delays and ensuring timely delivery of products to customers.
- Tech Packs and Purchase Orders: Review and verify technical packages and purchase orders to ensure accuracy before transferring to the overseas offices/factories.
- Production Samples: Review and approve production samples, including fabric, lab dips, strike-offs, accessories, trims, and layout.
- Data Entry: Accurately enter production data, including orders, inventory, and shipping information, into company systems.
Communication and Collaboration
- Customer Communication: Serve as primary point of contact for customers, responding to inquiries and concerns regarding production, shipping, and delivery.
- Overseas Office and Factory Communication: Coordinate with overseas offices and factories to ensure smooth production, resolve issues, and communicate updates to customers.
- Internal Collaboration: Work with internal teams and logistic department to ensure seamless communication and deliveries.
Managing Quality Control and Inspections
- Lab Tests and Final Goods Inspections: Coordinate and manage lab tests for fabrics, garments, and final goods inspections to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Production Monitoring: Monitor production processes to identify potential issues or delays and take corrective action as needed.
Shipping and Logistics
- Shipping & documentation: Prepare and manage shipping reports to track shipments and ensure timely delivery. Verify shipping invoices and invoices for customers to ensure accuracy
- Courier Management: Prepare and track couriers, including opening packages and verifying contents.
Additional Responsibilities
- Attend Meetings: Attend pre-production and production meetings, as well as prepare required reports.
- Other Duties: Perform other duties as assigned by management or supervisor.
Qualifications/Skills:
- Education: AA or BS/BA in relevant field.
- 5+ years’ experience in apparel production and/or product development.
- Experience with woven and knitwear
- Basic knowledge of technical requirements for testing fabric, trims, and garments
- Strong attention to detail, excellent communication, and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid sick leave
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- 8.30am to 5.30pm
Ability to Commute:
- Torrance, CA 90503 (Required)
Work Location: In person