Production Associate, Wovens
Khaite
New York, NY, USA
Posted on Feb 21, 2025
About Khaite
KHAITE is a way of looking at the world. Shaped by formative encounters, cultural touchstones, and secret desires, this point of view comes to life through womenswear and accessories that find confidence in contrast. Each piece proposes a fresh balance of opposing elements- masculine and feminine, strength and softness, structure and fluidity- while embodying a signature sensuality and ease.
Founded in 2016 by creative director Catherine Holstein and based in New York, KHAITE evolves with each season, building upon a foundation of robust yet polished items distinguished by exceptional materials, exquisite craftsmanship, and subtle yet striking details.
About The Opportunity
We are looking for a Production Associate, Wovens to join the KHAITE team. This role will report to the Sr. Director, Product Development & Production, RTW and will be based out of the NYC HQ offices.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Interpersonal Skills:
OUR VALUES
The salary range is $65,000-70,000. The rate of pay offered will be dependent upon the candidates' relevant skills and experience. Other benefits include medical, dental, and vision programs, a company bonus plan, employee discounts and perks, a 401k plan with employer match, and other ancillary benefits.
KHAITE is an equal opportunity employer. We want to offer an inclusive environment of mutual respect where we welcome diversity and all our employees feel included, developed, and heard. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. KHAITE recruits and recognizes all types of talent and singularities.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
New York Pay Range
$65,000 - $70,000 USD
KHAITE is a way of looking at the world. Shaped by formative encounters, cultural touchstones, and secret desires, this point of view comes to life through womenswear and accessories that find confidence in contrast. Each piece proposes a fresh balance of opposing elements- masculine and feminine, strength and softness, structure and fluidity- while embodying a signature sensuality and ease.
Founded in 2016 by creative director Catherine Holstein and based in New York, KHAITE evolves with each season, building upon a foundation of robust yet polished items distinguished by exceptional materials, exquisite craftsmanship, and subtle yet striking details.
About The Opportunity
We are looking for a Production Associate, Wovens to join the KHAITE team. This role will report to the Sr. Director, Product Development & Production, RTW and will be based out of the NYC HQ offices.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Manage production and supply chain across the RTW Division - including wovens, leather, tailoring, & denim.
- Maintain accurate production records, including tech packs/specs, physical material references, and quality control reports pertaining to each season.
- Monitor compliance of product data in RLM (ERP), including production cost sheet set up and BOMs.
- Issue and track all purchase orders in RLM/ERP (seasonal, reorders, collabs and chase).
- Coordinate quality control inspections and approvals across the various stages of production – in line and final QC – to ensure all products meet our brands standards for craftsmanship and quality.
- Manage factory T&A and WIP daily to ensure on time and in-full deliveries (OTIF).
- Manage the Production fit and approval process within the calendar deadline. Track and prepare TOP approvals for direct supervisor, escalate quality issues with urgency; communicate approval comments to external partners.
- Own wear test process; compile wear test findings and effectively communicate to Product team and vendors.
- Identify areas for process improvement within the production workflow, proposing and implementing solutions to enhance efficiency and product quality.
- Build and nurture effective relationships with vendors.
Interpersonal Skills:
- 2-3 years of experience in production and supply chain management in Wovens
- Well versed in calendar management
- Strong understanding of materials, production processes, and luxury craftsmanship
- Proficiency in MS Office suite required
- Experience with RLM is a plus
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt quickly to changing priorities.
OUR VALUES
- Creativity ~ We are always imagining, never imitating.
- Integrity ~ We do the right thing.
- Kindness ~ We value people and their ideas, so we act and speak with compassion.
- Agility ~ We move with intention, flexibility, and speed to stay ahead.
- Tenacity ~ We are insatiable. Our drive is relentless.
The salary range is $65,000-70,000. The rate of pay offered will be dependent upon the candidates' relevant skills and experience. Other benefits include medical, dental, and vision programs, a company bonus plan, employee discounts and perks, a 401k plan with employer match, and other ancillary benefits.
KHAITE is an equal opportunity employer. We want to offer an inclusive environment of mutual respect where we welcome diversity and all our employees feel included, developed, and heard. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. KHAITE recruits and recognizes all types of talent and singularities.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
New York Pay Range
$65,000 - $70,000 USD