Production Assistant 

 

Overview: 

United By Blue is looking for a driven and organized individual with a positive, can-do attitude to join our team as a Production Assistant. 

 

Responsibilities:

• Work with design team to assist is research & development, sourcing, cost negotiations and sample follow-up. Maintain all information in an organized and up-to-date WIP.
• Create product SKUs/UPCs for all new products, review and approve UPC layouts prior to bulk shipments. 
• Enter product information accurately into Netsuite, update as needed throughout the duration of the product life cycle.
• Manage and send PO recaps to manufacturers, upload purchase orders to Netsuite, updating as necessary. 
• Oversee the efficient flow of materials between factories to ensure that all fabrics and trims are shipped to the factory on time and in order to meet required production deadlines.
• Communicate with overseas manufacturers to monitor the status of open purchase orders.
• Manage and maintain data accuracy of Production On-Order, communicate production updates and shipment priorities to Logistics Coordinator.
• Compare packing lists to purchase orders to ensure accuracy and within tolerance, updating purchase orders to match packing lists.
• Develop time and action calendar by category and manufacturer, working cross functionally to ensure design and production deadlines are met.
• Create Master SKU Sheet and provide product information for wholesale catalogs, proofing copy and MSRPs for assigned categories.
• Distribute product specifications to sales and marketing teams accurately and in a timely manner. 

 

Qualifications:

• A problem solver who works autonomously
• Strong communication and time management skills
• Works well in a team and independently
• Organized and detailed oriented
• Positive Attitude

 

About United By Blue:

United By Blue is an outdoor lifestyle brand with a focus on waterway conservation. Our apparel, bags, and accessories are designed with responsibility and durability at their core.  

We have a high energy, results-oriented office environment that is built upon creative thinking. Hard work is expected, so we have created a office environment that includes a few dogs, craft coffee, team potlucks, happy hours, volunteer opportunities, and quarterly team trips into the outdoors.

In 2015, Outside Magazine named United By Blue as #3 Best Places to Work in the outdoor industry. We are also a Certified B Corporation, creating a culture that is driven by social and environmental good.

 

How to Apply:

Please send your resume and a brief (3-5 sentences) for why you want to work at United By Blue to jobs@unitedbyblue.com.