The Production Assistant, RTW

FRAME is an American fashion brand renowned for its collections in denim, cotton, leather and cashmere.

The company’s founders Erik Torstensson and Jens Grede strive to design a modern versatile wardrobe through signature denim fits, cotton shirting and coveted leather pieces.

Since the brand’s inception in 2012 in Los Angeles, California, FRAME has evolved from making handcrafted denim to offering ready-to-wear and accessories collections in the finest natural materials.

FRAME is committed to sustainable and fair manufacturing practices, balancing profit with a commitment to people and planet.

Today, FRAME is sold through its own retail stores and e-commerce as well as through leading department stores and boutiques across the world

Job Summary:

The Production Assistant, RTW, will provide essential support in managing the production lifecycle for all Ready-to-Wear (RTW) categories. This role requires excellent organizational and communication skills, with the ability to monitor fabric and trim submissions, track deliveries, manage bulk orders, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth and timely production. You will work closely with the production manager, logistics director, and tech team to maintain production quality and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

Bulk Trim Management:

• Monitor and track bulk fabric and trim submissions with factories for all RTW categories.
• Prepare weekly bulk fabric and trim submissions for review with the production manager.
• Review seasonal trim inventory with the production manager to place blanket trim purchase orders (POs) for low-inventory trims, ensuring factories meet minimum order quantities (MOQ) for optimal costs.
• Track pending lab dip approvals using R&G charts and ensure timely follow-up.
• Organize bulk trims for easy accessibility and reference.

Delivery Tracking Management:

• Review delivery WIP (Work in Progress) reports on a daily/weekly basis with the production associate to ensure all production milestones are met.
• Collaborate with the logistics director to resolve any bulk shipment delays.
• Follow up with factories on delivery timings and update the vendor portal with shipping information.

Bulk Order Management:

• Issue and update Full Circle POs for all RTW categories.
• Manage non-product POs and issue cuts as needed.
• Review and reconcile shipment overage/shortage requests from factories with the planning team to avoid unwanted inventory.
• Monitor bulk shipment overages/shortages on the delivery WIP report, ensuring all unapproved overages/shortages are captured before system receipt.

Fit Management:

• Conduct weekly meetings with the tech team to track, prioritize, and ensure timely approval of outstanding fits and TOPs (Top of Production samples) to maintain garment delivery schedules.
• Collaborate with the tech team to raise and address quality and fit issues with factories, resolving any rejections with the production manager.
• Receive TOPs and verify all trims and bulk materials are correct before passing them to the tech team for fittings.

Liability Management:

• Maintain and update the master liability report on a seasonal basis with the production manager and cross-functional teams for all RTW categories (menswear and womenswear).
• Maintain and update the core fabric positioning report on a bi-weekly basis for all RTW categories (menswear and womenswear).

Professional Skills & Experience:

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with excellent follow-through and time management skills.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Experience with Full Circle ERP is a plus.
• Ability to track and manage production details, including POs, WIP reports, and fit samples.

*MUST BE IN OFFICE 4 DAYS A WEEK