Freelance Fashion Production Assistant

About Araks

Araks is a lingerie and swimwear brand dedicated to creating beautiful, colorful, and consciously crafted pieces that help women feel confident and beautiful.

We're a small, entrepreneurial team based in New York, which means the work is deeply connected to the product. 

We're growing, and we believe in growing our people along with the business.

We're looking for someone who loves beautiful things, thoughtful craftsmanship, and being part of a close-knit team where your contributions truly matter. We want someone excited to build something meaningful, take ownership, and grow with the brand.

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Fashion Product Development and Production Assistant

Support the Director of Production and Production Coordinator by assisting development, fit, pre- production production process; maintaining accurate PLM, inventory, and work-in-progress records; supporting approval workflows; and helping ensure finished goods meet quality and delivery requirements. Key Responsibilities

• Track and coordinate the completion of development samples with factories and suppliers
• Receive shipments, check in finished goods, and update inventory management systems accurately and promptly
• Monitor and document all stages of production WIP, flagging any delays or discrepancies for corrective action, this seems too advanced?
• Communicate regularly with the Team to report on development sample status and, WIP updates
• Assist in preparing and maintaining production schedules, calendars, and shipment trackers
• Liaise with suppliers, factories, and the Team to gather information and resolve issues promptly
• Ensure all production documentation, records, and files are organized and up to date
• Responsible for keeping all Color and Fit approval references that will be used for aesthetic approval 
• Send out color cards and swatches to Mills to start approval process
• Own the communication of BOM content to factories to ensure correct execution of product for sampling and production
• Schedule and perform quality control
• Assist with ad hoc projects and administrative tasks as assigned by production leadership
• Help uphold Araks' standards for quality, timeliness, and operational efficiency throughout the production process

Qualifications

• 1+ year of apparel production experience required
• Strong understanding of apparel manufacturing and production workflows
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Detail-oriented with strong follow-through
• Experience working with domestic factories and vendors preferred

What We Offer

• Exposure to the complete product lifecycle—from concept and product development through production and retail launch.
• Collaborative and entrepreneurial work environment.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.