Product Development and Production Assistant
- Job Title
- Product Development and Production Assistant
- Job ID
- 27753179
- Location
- Stamford, CT, 06902
- Other Location
- Description
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About the company:
Rhone is performance driven apparel made by and for those in the pursuit of progress. Founded in 2014 by brothers Nate and Ben Checketts, we exist to inspire, equip, and support individuals in their pursuit of progress—both physically and mentally. More than just apparel, Rhone is a mindset, championing the power of being a little better every day. With a relentless focus on performance, innovation, and style, our products are engineered to move with you—wherever the pursuit takes you. By the end of 2025, Rhone will operate 22 retail stores across the U.S., each serving as a hub for community, connection, and the Forever Forward mindset.
About the role:
The Product Development and Production Assistant will assist the product development team in the development of all products from idea generation to sample production to delivery of the final product. Candidates must be very organized, self-motivated and detail oriented. This position is entry level with room to grow.
What you’ll do:- Responsible for all product development data entry in the PLM system
- Purchase order creation and maintenance in the ERP system
- Approvals of strike-offs/samples/lab dips, communicating comments daily as needed
- Daily communication with local and overseas vendors and suppliers as well as internal cross-functional partners
- Management and organization of all samples, lab dips, trims, swatches, etc.
- Maintaining and filing all submits
- Prepare and send packages to suppliers
- Sample tracking based on calendar deadlines
- Responsible for collection and distribution of packages
- Support Product Development team and production team with any other tasks as needed
- Supports the team in weekly WIP reviews and track production progress, escalating production issues as needed to the cross functional teams
- Additional tasks and responsibilities as required
What you’ll bring:- 1 year of Product Development and production experience preferred
- PLM and ERP experience preferred
- Capability to build strong partnerships and to work collaboratively to achieve goals
- Can adapt to a small company work culture, be highly motivated and enthusiastic
- Able to multitask efficiently and effectively
- Computer proficiency with MS Office Suite, including heavy Excel use, and Google applications.
- PLM experience preferred
- Strong organizational skills with a sense of priority for deadlines and attention to detail
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Positive, optimistic and open-minded approach
What you’ll get:- 10 Company paid holidays per year
- Discretionary PTO plan
- Flexible work schedule/hours
- Medical/Vision/Dental
- 401k enrollment and rollover opportunity
- Generous Clothing discount plus semi-annual issuance of Rhone gift card
- Monthly virtual company activities
Other details:- Job Type: Full Time
- Reports to: Manager, Women’s Product Development and Production
- Primary location: Rhone HQ, Stamford, CT - 5 days in office
Rhone Apparel, Inc is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, training and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status.
