Working Hours: Full-time, U.S.-based hours (Eastern Standard Time – EST)
Salary Range: $850 - $1,800 per month
Type of Contract: Independent Contractor
About the Role
We are seeking a Senior Production Coordinator to manage and oversee the production process, working closely with overseas factories and internal teams. This role is idóneo for someone highly organized and detail-oriented, who can effectively prioritize tasks and communicate clearly to ensure timely and quality delivery of apparel products.
Key Responsibilities
- Communicate daily with overseas factories to follow up on production status.
- Maintain and update the time and action calendar for pre-production, samples, lab testing, and inspections.
- Analyze customer production manuals and ensure compliance throughout production.
- Manage import processes, ensuring compliance with all government regulations.
- Input accurate purchase order data and shipping documents into the system.
- Oversee the approval process for samples, trims, and fabrics.
- Partner with Sales, Design, and Production teams for smooth operations.
- Report production issues promptly to the Production Director.
- Monitor production work-in-progress (WIP) charts and calendars; ensure timely execution.
- Collaborate with the shipping department to ensure on-time warehouse release of goods.
- Communicate effectively across teams to maintain deadlines and operational efficiency.
Qualifications
- 5 to 7 years of experience in apparel production, including knits, wovens, and sweaters.
- Strong knowledge of dresses, tops, bottoms, and sweaters.
- Ability to prioritize and multitask with a strong attention to detail.
- Effective team player working closely with Technical Design and factories to optimize production flow.
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Highly organized and proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Bilingual in Mandarin or Cantonese is a plus.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot in a fast-paced environment.