Roark Production Specialist

OluKai-Kaenon-melin-Roark•Irvine, CA

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

We’re looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Production Specialist to support the end-to-end lifecycle of apparel manufacturing. In this role, you will act as a key liaison between internal teams and factory partners, ensuring clear communication, on-time production, and consistent product quality. You’ll manage critical milestones—from buy planning and sample tracking to bulk fabric approvals and final production—while maintaining accurate reporting and seasonal trackers.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
3+ years of production experience required.
Production experience in apparel a must.
Extremely organized and hard-working.
Strong communicator with both external suppliers and internal partners.
Calendar & deadline oriented.
Thrives in a fast-paced environment.
Very proficient in Excel and Outlook.
Understanding of colors and fabrications.
Understanding of TOP sample processes.

Nice To Haves

Product development experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Manage daily communication with factories on production status.
Prepare & distribute Weekly Production Summary Report
Calculate, confirm, and enter all seasonal buy dates into Buy Plan
Manage & track PP & TOP sample status.
Review Pre Production & Top Of Production samples to ensure correct product execution
Prepare visual comments and fit comments against approved PP & TOP samples & tech packs.
Track bulk fabric status.
Review and communicate bulk fabric comments & approvals to factories.
Maintain detailed seasonal approval tracker.
Ensure product claims are tested and meet legal compliance requirements and follow sustainability trends.
Conduct and communicate greige projections to ensure capacity planning meets bulk requirements for factory production.
Attend Fittings.
Manage Quality Assurance.
Approve product care label and MSRP sticker pdfs from vendors.
Gather wash & care instructions for new products and handover to E-commerce team.
Order and track Key Account TOP samples.
Assist in SMU product management.
Manage & organize physical sample library and fabrics by season & category.
Other responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

Complimentary chef prepared breakfast and lunch provided Monday - Thursday
Generous product gift program and all brand discounts
Growth opportunities within the Archipelago family of brands: Roark, OluKai, Kaenon, Melin
Company bonus program
5 year and 10 year Milestone Anniversary travel gifts
Medical, Dental, Vision insurance in accordance with plan guidelines
Company paid life insurance in accordance with plan guidelines
401k with employer match in accordance with plan guidelines
15 Days of PTO accrued annually, plus one additional day of PTO every year on your anniversary, and 3 Floating Holidays per year
Paid beach and giveback days, bi-annual team building events and other in-person celebrations
Work with talented and great people who share a love of Roark
Dog friendly office