Location: Hauppauge, NY
Job Type: Full-Time
About Us
We are a U.S.-based apparel manufacturer specializing in the production of T-shirts and fleece garments. We are looking for a detail-oriented, organized, and computer-savvy individual to support our cutting room and production operations.
Position Summary
The Cutting Room Production Coordinator will be responsible for maintaining production schedules, processing cutting room documentation, tracking inventory transactions, and coordinating sewing production with outside contractors.
This is an important administrative and coordination role that requires strong Excel skills, accuracy, organization, and the ability to communicate effectively with internal departments and outside vendors.
We are looking for someone who takes ownership of their responsibilities, follows through on details, and understands the importance of keeping production records and schedules accurate and up to date.
Key Responsibilities
Production Scheduling & Coordination
- Maintain and update the Time & Action (T&A) production calendar.
- Track production orders, schedules, and delivery dates.
- Update dates and production status as orders progress.
- Communicate schedule changes and updates to internal departments.
Cutting Room Administration
- Enter and reconcile fabric spreading and cutting tickets.
- Verify quantities and ensure cutting records are accurate.
- Track fabric usage and process corresponding inventory deductions.
- Maintain accurate production and cutting room records.
Sewing Contractor Coordination
- Prepare and process sewing purchase orders for outside contractors.
- Send purchase orders and supporting documentation to contractors.
- Communicate with outside sewing facilities regarding quantities, schedules, and delivery dates.
- Follow up on outstanding production orders and deliveries.
Inventory & Shipping
- Process inventory transactions and deductions.
- Maintain accurate inventory and production records.
- Prepare Bills of Lading (BOLs) for outbound shipments.
- Coordinate shipping documentation with the warehouse and other departments.
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is dependable, proactive, organized, and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
We are looking for someone who can work independently, stay on top of production details, identify discrepancies, and ensure that all paperwork, inventory transactions, and production schedules are accurate and completed on time.
If you are strong with Excel, enjoy working with numbers and details, and have an interest in manufacturing and production coordination, we would like to hear from you.
- Good computer skills and proficiency with data entry.
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills are required.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work with numbers, spreadsheets, and production records.
- Strong communication and follow-up skills.
- Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines.
- Comfortable communicating with internal departments and outside contractors.
- Manufacturing, inventory control, purchasing, or production coordination experience preferred.
- Apparel manufacturing experience is a plus.