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Production and Product Development Assistant
Completedworks
Marylebone, London
About the Role
We are looking for a talented individual to join our team on a full time basis as our Production and Product Development Assistant who will support the design and production teams by helping manage the development of new products, coordinating sampling and manufacturing processes, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.
This is a varied role that requires strong organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Key Responsibilities:
Product Development Support
- Assist in researching customer needs and supporting the generation of new product ideas.
- Support the sourcing of materials, components, packaging, and suppliers.
- Help create and maintain detailed product specifications and sample feedback documentation.
Sample Management
- Assist in managing jewellery and homeware samples with suppliers and internal teams.
- Help collate and provide feedback on samples in a timely and structured manner.
Supplier Communication:
- Work with manufacturers, and suppliers to ensure smooth and timely product development, and bulk production.
Production Support:
- Help to manage production timelines, monitor quality control, and assist with the launch of new products.
- Track and manage inventory levels of raw materials and finished goods.
Maintaining documentation:
- Create and update product specifications
- Create and manage products on zedonk keeping them up to date ensuring the bill of materials and costs remain accurate.
Organise trials and testing:
- Assist with product testing, including co-ordinating with third party testing and wear testing.
Packaging Inventory Management & Development:
- Manage packaging stock and assist in developing new packaging.
Quality Control:
- Inspect shipments for quality.
Order & Invoice Management:
- Cross-check purchase orders and invoices and resolve any discrepancies.
Repairs Management:
- Oversee the repairs process and maintain accurate records of repaired items.
Shipping & Logistics Support:
- Track shipments, liaise with suppliers, and resolve delays
- Coordinate raw material and finished goods shipments.
- Ensure cost-effective logistics solutions.
- Book incoming and outgoing shipments into Zedonk
Skills and Qualifications:
Knowledge of product development processes:
- Understanding the different stages of product development, from concept to launch.
- Knowledge of materials used in jewellery and homeware (metals, ceramics, wood, glass, etc).
- Proficiency in adobe indesign
- Proficiency in CAD, Rhino (or similar program) is preferred but not essential
- Familiarity with Zedonk is preferred but not essential
Strong organisational and communication skills:
- Essential for managing multiple tasks, coordinating with different teams, and communicating effectively with suppliers.
Problem-solving skills:
- Needed to address challenges that arise during the product development and production process.
Attention to detail:
- Important for ensuring accuracy in product specifications, documentation, and quality control.
Job Type
Permanent, full time
Salary
Competitive
How to Apply
Please email CV, cover letter and portfolio to us by using the application form below.
About Us
Completedworks is an award-winning fashion brand based in Marylebone, London. Working in accessories and homeware, with a practice focused on recycled and renewable materials, the brand's signature pieces gently roll against the tide of convention - using sculptural forms that weave, loop, twist, flow, enfold and expand to explore broader questions about the human condition and trade blows with history, politics and the language of art.
We believe that building an important and lasting brand will only be possible with the strength and entrepreneurial spirit of our team and colleagues. In return, we endeavour to create a supportive working environment with a focus on learning, collaboration, development and individual growth.
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