Production Manager – Technical Apparel Manufacturing

Production Manager – Technical Apparel Manufacturing

Location: San Diego

Employment Type: Full-time, Salary + Benefits + Options

About Tighties

Tighties is the next generation of movement technology — wearable therapy designed to reduce pain, prevent injury, and unlock stronger performance. Unlike braces, sleeves, or tape that restrict or compensate, our patented Tighties Strapping System activates the body's own muscles to do the work they were built for. By targeting the glutes, hamstrings, quads, and stabilizers of the hips and core, Tighties realigns movement patterns, redistributes load away from vulnerable joints, and helps the body move the way it was meant to. We are on a mission to shift the standard from external bracing to empowering the body's own system — from pain to power, and from limitation to confidence in motion.

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for a hardworking, detail-oriented, and solutions-driven Production Manager who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. The right candidate is relentless in finding answers, resourceful when challenges arise, and precise in execution — whether it's managing production schedules, tracking inventory, or negotiating with vendors. Beyond technical skill, this role requires someone who aligns with Tighties' vision of building breakthrough products that give people confidence in motion. You'll be at the heart of turning innovative designs into finished goods that impact lives — and that means balancing strategic foresight with day-to-day execution, never losing sight of quality, efficiency, or cost.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly organized and hands-on Production Manager to lead operations at our apparel manufacturing facility. This role will be central to managing production flow, maintaining quality, optimizing efficiency, and ensuring we meet demand while controlling costs. The Production Manager will work directly with our sewing/labor team, vendors, and leadership to balance day-to-day execution with long-term strategic planning.

This position is ideal for someone with strong experience in technical apparel or soft-goods manufacturing, who thrives at the intersection of production, supply chain, and inventory management.

***NOTE: This is an opportunity to work to setup a new facility, not step into an existing one.

Key Responsibilities

Production & Labor Management

• Oversee daily production schedules, ensuring efficient workflow across sewing and assembly teams.
• Monitor quality standards and implement process improvements to maximize efficiency and reduce waste.
• Train, coach, and support production staff to meet output and quality goals.

Supply Chain & Vendor Management

• Manage raw material ordering, vendor relationships, and supplier negotiations.
• Cut purchase orders, track shipments, and resolve delays to maintain continuity of supply.
• Work with vendors strategically to secure bulk orders when appropriate to improve margins.

Inventory & Cost Control

• Maintain accurate raw material and finished goods inventory to prevent shortages or overstock.
• Implement inventory systems to track consumption, reorders, and replenishment cycles.
• Partner with leadership to manage COGS (cost of goods sold) and ensure margin optimization.

Strategic Leadership

• Collaborate with leadership on long-term production planning and capacity building.
• Anticipate production needs and align raw material purchasing with demand forecasts.
• Drive operational excellence by identifying and implementing efficiency improvements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in apparel manufacturing, technical apparel, or related production management.
• Strong background in scheduling, quality assurance, and labor team leadership.
• Proven experience managing raw material procurement, vendor relationships, and purchase order systems.
• Familiarity with management systems, inventory control, and supply chain best practices.
• Exceptional organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, scaling manufacturing environment.
• Self-Starter
• Sewing Experience Preferred

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary (commensurate with experience).
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Growth opportunities within a fast-scaling company.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your experience in production management, apparel manufacturing, and supply chain operations to

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80, $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in National City, CA 91950