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.

Production / Sample Management Responsibilities:

• Daily tracking, communication & follow-up with overseas suppliers for all SMS, PP & Top samples
• Receive & 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 Responsibilities:

• 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.)

Knowledge, Skills, and Qualifications:

• Highly organized / Great communication skills / 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

We are a tight-knit, collaborative team that values craftsmanship, accountability, and people who genuinely care about the product. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and a centrally located NYC office with remote work on Fridays.

Salary range: $60,000 to $70,000 annually