Pre-Production Assistant

Born in Yosemite, forged in Quantico and built for adventure. 5.11 is a purpose-driven lifestyle brand, rooted in performance, durability, and versatility. Since 1979, we’ve created gear and apparel for people who live life without limits, delivering gear and apparel that empower them to push boundaries every day. 

We're looking for a Pre-Production Assistant to support our Custom Shop production team. In this role, you'll 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.

What You'll Do: 

• 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.

What You Bring:

• Previous experience in production coordination, manufacturing, print production, embroidery, screen printing, or a related environment preferred.


• 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.


• 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.

Pay Range:  $18.00-$20.00 per hour 

5.11 offers a best-in-class benefits program including: medical, dental and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including: Hospital Indemnity/Accident insurance; Flexible Spending Account/Health Saving Account; Employee Assistance Program; Paid Time Off/Paid Holidays/Sick Time; Casual Dress Code; and Employee Discount.

*If you are a regular full-time employee working at least 30 hours per week, you and your eligible dependents may participate in 5.11’s benefits program.*

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