Production / Design Assistant

North Bay Apparel is seeking a Production / Design Assistant to join our Men’s and Women’s Activewear team. This unique position reports to the Design Director and supports the entire Design Team as needed.

Responsibilities

Production / Sample Management

• Daily tracking, communication, and follow-up with overseas suppliers for all SMS, PP, and Top samples
• Receive and open incoming packages daily
• Log all samples received into tracking chart
• Review samples with design team
• Process each sample according to buyer guidelines, including filling out and attaching any necessary forms
• Prepare all outgoing packages of samples for FedEx pickup
• Compose emails to buyers of samples that are sent out
• Communicate with factory on all approval items including lab dips, bulk fabrics, print patterns, and trims, collaborating with design team as needed
• Keep electronic and physical records of production approvals by season; follow up with factories on rejected submits
• Upload and bi-weekly review of Royalty Zone platform to ensure licensor approvals
• Meet all deadlines as per seasonal calendar

Design

• Work with the Design Director in creating original designs and takedowns from the Men’s & Ladies lines to create kids' CAD and samples
• Create and update tech packs for the kids’ line
• Assist Senior Designers in creating CADs and tech packs when needed
• General support to the designer or tech designer as needed (cut swatches, communicate approvals to factory, etc.)

Requirements

• Highly organized with great communication skills and detail-oriented
• Must be a team player, open to taking direction, and able to work well under pressure
• Minimum of 1-3 years of fashion industry experience (preferably in design)
• Able to multitask and switch gears as needed
• Proficiency in MS Suite, Adobe Illustrator, and Photoshop

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off
• Centrally located NYC office with remote work on Fridays

Pay

$60,000 to $70,000 annually