Position Overview

The Production Coordinator must thrive in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment and be comfortable managing multiple priorities under pressure. This role requires experience in garment development and production, along with strong organizational and communication skills.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work both independently and collaboratively. They will effectively follow direction, communicate cross-functionally, and troubleshoot issues to ensure production goals and deadlines are met. The ability to build relationships across departments and interpret process documents, procedures, and vendor manuals is essential.

Key Responsibilities

- Communicate directly with factories and internal teams regarding art files, strike-offs, lab dips, fabric quality, trims, and labels
- Oversee all sample stages, including fit samples, pre-production samples, licensee samples, and testing samples
- Review and manage Time & Action (T&A;) calendars to ensure submissions are completed and approvals are met on schedule
- Track approval statuses and delivery timelines with vendors
- Maintain daily communication with factories to resolve production issues and mitigate delays
- Coordinate with Design, Merchandising, Production,



and Sales teams to support on-time delivery, margin goals, and business objectives
- Develop a solid understanding of major retailer requirements (ticketing, packaging, sizing, compliance, etc.)
- Support pre-production processes, including sample reviews, fittings, and material approvals
- Coordinate factory visits and audits as needed; act as a liaison between factories and internal teams
- Maintain accurate production records and documentation
- Perform additional duties as assigned by Supervisor or Manager

Qualifications / Requirements

- Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent relevant experience
- 2+ years of experience in production coordination or a related role in apparel
- Experience working with overseas factories and understanding product development processes
- Knowledge of garment construction and apparel production
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to provide solutions under tight deadlines
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects with overlapping deadlines
- Mandarin/Chinese language skills desired but not mandatory

📌 Production Coordinator-Garment Industry (Canada)
🏢 Mad Engine Global
📍 Canada