(APPAREL) PRODUCTION ASSISTANT

Reports to Manufacturing Manager

General Description : Responsible for all production activities that require communication to Technical Design and Production in relation to sample process, first time orders, time studies, BOM allocation, training, and data record keeping.

Education : High School Diploma or GED required. Bachelor's degree in Apparel preferred but not required.

Training : Provided on the job and supplemented with external seminars and / or classes.

Skills : See Key Competencies section below.

Experience : Three years of work in a manufacturing facility (similar in size and scope to NSA) preferred.

Specific Accountabilities :

• Samples and New Products :
• Lead the sample process taking over all SQRs and new product requests issued by Technical Design. Follow all steps making sure BOMs, Routings, BYTE Setup and work instructions are correct, pre-production including markers, material utilization and labeling, cutting and sewing are accurate.
• Map the technological process for manufacturing items running the progressive bundle system including equipment, hurdles, constraints, etc.
• Calculate the correct sewing and cutting times to be used for pricing purposes in minimum quantity and mass production.
• Ensure that the quality of the sample meets all NSA standards.
• Make all corrections necessary for samples to be ready for future orders without any issues.
• First time orders :
• Make sure all production related documents are accurate before sending to production
• Follow first order through manufacturing process.
• Coordinate a time study to make sure that the time is accurate.
• Confirm actual production follows process outlined during sample or new product integration.
• Involve supervisors and QA in this process to ensure that these products are assigned to the right employees and the quality meets NSA standards.
• Existing Products & Current Production :
• Expediting critical orders as needed
• Continue to monitor all NSA products that standard times are not met by conducting time studies.
• Coordinate any pattern change requests with Technical Design relaying changes back to production once finalized.
• Confirm consistency in various programs is up to date and accurate.

Key Competencies : Attitude

Approaching problems in a way that turns them into opportunities

Maintaining a positive outlook on a consistent basis

Persisting, refusing to give up

Initiative

Recognizing and seizing opportunities

Going above and beyond

Dependability

Achievement Orientation

Setting challenging goals and measuring results

Finding betters ways to do things (OFI process)

Analytical Thinking

Setting priorities

Thinking logically, analyzing situations systematically

Anticipating obstacles

Self Confidence

Presenting self in confident manner

Stating position clearly, respectfully, and confidently in conflicts

Taking responsibility for and learning from mistakes

Teamwork and Collaboration

Soliciting input from and involving others

Working collaboratively with supervisor, peers and others across the entire organization

Language

Proficiency in Cantonese, Mandarin, andor Spanish a plus but not required