Production Coordinator (apparel)

**Job Summary**The primary responsibility of the Production Coordinator is to coordinate the development and production process of original Warren Lotas LLC designs with limited supervision from the Head of Production. **Duties and Responsibilities** * Learn and coordinate production workflows with limited input from management, ensuring timelines and quality standards are met * Troubleshoot and resolve production issues directly with vendors, escalating when concerns are complex or high\-level * Conduct QC on garments and ensure vendors follow Company standards, approved samples, and protocols * Identify risks or bottlenecks in production processes and work with management to implement proactive solutions * Lead communication with vendors, ensuring they have all necessary assets, supplies (labels, polybags, boxes, etc), and information for production * Review and reconcile vendor packing lists, invoices, and purchase orders with minimal oversight, addressing discrepancies quickly. * Coordinate and resolve chargebacks and vendor compliance issues * Maintain and strengthen long\-term vendor partnerships * Collaborate with the Production department on strategic workflow improvements * Support the Production team with additional projects and tasks as required * Ability to adapt to last minute changes and fast\-paced environments * Ability to research and develop new vendor relationships * Source and procure raw materials, negotiating vendor pricing, terms **Required Skills and Abilities** * 2\-5 years experience in development and production * Must have experience working with local/domestic LA Vendors * Must have experience with cut \& sew development and production * Small\-medium size apparel company experience preferred * Strong knowledge of production processes, vendor coordination, and industry best practices * Ability to work independently with minimal supervision * Effective problem\-solving and decision\-making skills within given guidelines * Excellent relationship\-building and vendor management skills * Strong organizational abilities with a track record of managing multiple priorities and deadlines * Clear and professional communication, both written and verbal * Spanish\-speaking ability preferred * Must meet physical requirements listed in the Coordinator role, including lifting, standing, and driving **EEO statement:** Warren Lotas LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or creed, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions, reproductive health decision making, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Warren Lotas LLC provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs or practices during the application and interview process. If you need an accommodation, let us know. **Other duties:** Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Pay: $39\.00 \- $46\.00 per hour Expected hours: 30\.0 – 40\.0 per week Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Paid time off * Parental leave * Retirement plan * Vision insurance Work Location: In person