Production Assistant

VRG GRL
is an Australian-designed fashion brand creating bold yet considered pieces for women on the edge of their next style evolution. From thoughtful silhouettes to exclusive prints and fabrics, our collections are made to move with you, wherever you're headed. At its core, VRG GRL is about more than what we make, it's about how it makes you feel: confident, expressive, and entirely your own. It's better on the edge.

THE ROLE

We are seeking a
Full Time Production Assistant
to join our production team based at our Newstead HQ. As a Production Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Production team to ensure the seamless creation and delivery of high-quality fashion products. This role requires a combination of creativity, organisation, and attention to detail, as well as excellent communication and multitasking skills.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Help the Production Team execute tasks such as updating CAD's, helping to send fit comments, updating specs and doing comments
• Attend fit sessions to help efficiency when needed
• Work closely with other Production team members across tasks delegated and meeting deadlines and KPIs
• Ensuring your email inbox is maintained and all emails are responded to in a timely manner
• Maintain the general production area
• Communicate any issues from factories to the Production team
• Administration support; updating all platforms where needed to ensure all information is up to date
• File and organize production documentation, ensuring version control and accessibility
• Support in the preparation and tracking of sample requests and approvals
• Assist in quality control checks, reviewing measurements, fabric quality, trims, and finishing details.
• Assist in managing the production calendar, ensuring deadlines are met for sampling, fitting, and bulk production
• Communicate daily with factories, suppliers, and logistics partners regarding order status, materials, and timelines
• Help Production Manager in dealing with freight documents and XF's

ABOUT YOU:

• 1–2 years' experience in fashion production (internship experience accepted).
• Studied Fashion Design, Textile Development, or a related field and passionate about the fashion industry
• Knowledge of garment construction, fabrics, and technical specs.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Microsoft office / google apps
• Detail-oriented with a knack for problem-solving and optimising processes.

ABOUT US

• A growing global fashion retailer started in Brisbane, Australia.
• A female founded business, with over 80% female leadership.
• We have donated a percentage of our profits to charity annually, since inception.
• A 4-day work week in our Newstead Head Office.
• Ethical manufacturing and considered fabric choices are at the heart of our production.
• A passionate and experienced team with a focus on innovation, creativity and quality.
• We value individual development and success, and provide our team with opportunities to grow with us.
• We offer a Paid Parental leave program and additional Family Health Leave - reflecting our commitment to helping women thrive both personally and professionally.
• We're proud to empower our team to give back - offering 20 hours of paid volunteer leave each year to support causes that matter to them.

VRG GRL is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that embraces diversity and empowers everyone to contribute their unique perspectives and experiences. We believe that a diverse team fuels innovation, creativity, and growth, and we welcome applicants. Together, we can drive a culture where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and make a meaningful impact.