Production Assistant

Department: Global Sourcing and Production

Reports to: Director - Global Sourcing and Production

Physical Address: 200 Sea Ln, Farmingdale, NY 11735

About the Opportunity

At BEDGEAR®, we believe exceptional products are built through collaboration, precision, and innovation. Our Global Sourcing & Production team plays a critical role in bringing new products from concept to production by working closely with vendors, internal stakeholders, and manufacturing partners around the world. We're looking for a Product Production Assistant who is passionate about product development, organization, and operational excellence and excited to support the production process from sampling through final execution. You won't just support production—you'll help ensure our products meet quality standards, production timelines, and the level of excellence our customers expect from the BEDGEAR® brand.

Responsibilities

• Daily follow‑up with vendors on submit dates for all production components and sample approvals, updating these dates in the WIP report.
• Communicate daily with vendors to ensure timely delivery of production samples.
• Assist in opening, marking samples, measuring, comparing with approved standards, updating BOM/TP and sending comments to vendors.
• Assist in the approval of packaging and labeling of all products to meet production schedules.
• Assist in updating and maintaining label guides for both domestic and international markets, based on production comments.
• Assist in creating and updating tech packs for all products.
• Facilitate product testing with vendors to ensure compliance with internal and external standards.
• Update final pricing and product dimensions (after approval) in NetSuite.
• Work closely with the Production Team to ensure all projects are handed over with complete information in a timely manner.
• Act as a liaison between internal teams and vendors, communicating updates and resolving issues as they arise.
• Create and maintain libraries for all production fabrics, trims, labels, packaging, etc.
• Assist Production Specialists in working with the Quality team and factories to resolve any quality issues.
• Assist Production Specialists in collaborating with stakeholders to address and resolve issues with product approvals.
• Coordinate invoices, create purchase orders, and work with the finance department to ensure factory payments.
• Assist the Production Team managing smart and technical products from inception to shipping, including creating cost comparison charts, analyzing costs, and negotiating with vendors.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older and legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Successful completion of a criminal background check.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Textiles, Merchandising, Fashion, or a related field; Associate’s degree or equivalent relevant work experience also considered.
• Experience working with Adobe Illustrator.
• Experience coordinating with both domestic and international vendors.
• Strong organizational, communication, and follow‑up skills.
• English literate and proficient (reading, writing, speaking, comprehension).

Core Values

• Hungry – motivated, driven, and eager to grow.
• Humble – team‑first and open to feedback.
• Curious – always learning and looking for better ways to work.
• Clever – resourceful problem‑solvers who think critically.
• Committed – dependable and accountable to results.
• Humanitarian – respectful, supportive, and invested in helping others succeed.

Why Join BEDGEAR®?

At BEDGEAR®, you'll have the opportunity to contribute beyond a traditional production support role. You'll collaborate with Product Production, Quality, Finance, Product Development, and global vendor partners to help bring innovative products from concept to market while supporting the operational excellence that drives our business. We're building a team of people who want to grow personally and professionally while making a meaningful impact on the organization and each other.

Pay

Pay Range: $50,000 – $55,000 (actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law).

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 5:30 pm EST (1‑hour lunch break).

Physical Demands

Appropriate Work Intensity Level: Sedentary.