What are the responsibilities and job description for the Apparel Production Assistant position at Huckberry?
Huckberry is building a world-class Product team to take our House Brands to the next level. We are on a mission to create high-quality, differentiated products to serve our customer base. We are looking for a detail-oriented, creative problem solver to join our House Brands product team and own on-time deliveries of our House Brand’s products.
A successful candidate works well in a dynamic environment with minimal supervision. We all roll up our sleeves to pitch-in and do whatever it takes to get the job done. Each day is a little different, it’s what keeps us on our toes and excited to come to work every day. In this position, you will report to the Production Associate.
**This role is based in Austin, TX, and requires regular onsite work at Huckberry HQ
Responsibilities- Own the production Work in Progress (WIP) report and cross-functional communication of changes to Product Development and Technical Design in our weekly Pre-Production meeting to ensure we are tracking towards on-time delivery
- Assist Production Associate with vendor communication and maintaining strong vendor relationships
- Manage third-party QC and product testing setup as needed
- Work directly with our Brand Ops team to set up shipment for all House Brand POs. Maintain records of all actualized costs once PO shipment is approved
- Facilitate sending out POs for all production orders promptly to vendor partners
- Review and approve Top of Production (TOP) samples to ensure quality checkpoints are maintained and executed prior to bulk shipment
- Own TOP sample management and coordination of sample pass off to various cross-functional partners. Assist in management and organization of other samples throughout the development process as needed
- Own bulk submit filing for all apparel product categories
- Assist with onboarding new vendors into our system
- Track incoming and outgoing packages for the PD, Design, and Production team
- Provide general administrative support to the Production and Product Development team in various ad hoc projects and tasks
- 1 years of experience in apparel production (domestic and international)
- Bachelor's degree in Fashion Design, Fashion Merchandising, Product Development, or a related field preferred
- Knowledge of fabric, trims, & quality assurance is a plus
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Detail-oriented, creative problem solver, coupling leadership skills with excellent communication
- Strong ability to multitask and prioritize workload to ensure deliveries are met
- Proficient in Microsoft and Google suite
- PLM experience preferred
- Available for regular onsite work in Austin, TX
- Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
- 401(k) and employer match
- WFH flexibility
- Sabbatical Leave
- Summer Fridays
- Mental health resources
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Time Off & Paid Sick Leave
- Volunteer Time Off
- Generous employee discount
Company Description
Huckberry is the ultimate one-stop men's shop for discovering the best gear and threads. Over a million guys trust us as their go-to resource for their closet, adventure inspiration, and a whole lot more. We were named one of IAB's most disruptive consumer brands, and we've collaborated with everyone from Matthew McConaughey and Leon Bridges to brands like Lululemon, Tacoma, and Coors. We look forward to meeting you.
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Huckberry encourages candidates of all different backgrounds and identities to apply. We are always eager to further diversify our company, and we are committed to providing an inclusive environment of mutual respect where all can flourish. All of our employment decisions are based solely on merit and business need.
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