Pre-Production Assistant

5.11•Manteca, CA

17h•$18 - $20

About The Position

5.11 is looking for a Pre-Production Assistant to support their Custom Shop production team. In this role, you will help coordinate production schedules, inventory, and workflow while partnering closely with Production, Customer Service, Art, Receiving, and other cross-functional teams to ensure orders are completed accurately and on time.

Requirements

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple departments.
Experience with Microsoft Excel and Outlook.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in production coordination, manufacturing, print production, embroidery, screen printing, or a related environment preferred.
Experience working with ERP or production management systems is a plus.
Familiarity with production decoration methods such as screen printing, embroidery, heat press, engraving, or alterations is preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate daily production schedules and help prioritize orders to meet customer deadlines.
Ensure production orders are complete, accurate, and ready for manufacturing, including artwork, specifications, proofs, and required documentation.
Monitor production workflows and communicate delays, issues, or resource constraints to internal teams.
Support inventory planning by purchasing production supplies and non-5.11 products while tracking purchase orders and deliveries.
Partner with vendors to source products, manage pricing, and support new product and material evaluations.
Coordinate incoming third-party materials with the Receiving team.
Assist with production planning and scheduling using ERP and production management systems.
Maintain accurate production records and support continuous process improvements.