Production Assistant- Subcontracting

Production Assistant
Competitive Salary + Career Progression + Competitive Company Pension + Excellent Health/Wellness Benefits
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Production Assistant to join our Supply Chain team in Hawick. In this role, you will play a key part in keeping our production operations running smoothly by coordinating the movement of work to and from our subcontractors. You’ll manage schedules, track progress, and ensure accurate documentation to help us deliver world-class products efficiently and on time.
This is a very hands-on, practical role, involving the physical movement and handling of production items as part of the day-to-day workflow. Full Manual Handling training will be provided, so you’ll have the support and guidance needed to carry out the role safely.
This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact, working closely with subcontractor suppliers, production teams, and colleagues across the business. If you’re organised, motivated, enjoy practical, hands-on work, and are ready to develop your career in a fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you!
Who is Barrie Knitwear?
Barrie Knitwear is a globally renowned fashion manufacturer, celebrated for combining exceptional technical expertise with traditional craftsmanship to create complex couture cashmere garments.
Based in Hawick in the Scottish Borders, we have over 100 years of heritage and proudly supply some of the world’s most prestigious luxury fashion houses. As we continue to grow and transform, this is an exciting time to join our team.
What will you be doing?
Workflow Coordination
Prioritise and distribute production work to subcontractors in line with schedules
Process and scan production tickets using internal systems (e.g. Temacs)
Ensure physical quantities align with production documentation
Receive, check, and process subcontracted goods promptly
Escalate receipting issues and flag reworks to the relevant teams
Scheduling & Planning
Support production scheduling by ensuring the right products reach the right suppliers at the right time
Ensure all required materials (e.g. threads, linking yarns) are included with shipments
Identify delays or bottlenecks and escalate where necessary
Documentation & Compliance
Ensure all deliveries are accompanied by accurate packing lists and/or knitting orders
Provide documentation to support warehouse dispatch and shipment tracking
Communication
Liaise with internal teams including Planning, Production, Subcontracting, Quality, and Logistics
Maintain clear and timely communication to support smooth operations
Continuous Improvement
Identify opportunities to improve processes and increase efficiency
Support supply chain best practice initiatives
Contribute to ongoing improvement projects
What will you bring to the role?
Skills & Attributes
Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
Ability to manage and track multiple tasks simultaneously
Proactive problem-solving mindset
Confident communicator with strong teamwork skills
Able to prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment
Experience
Essential:
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Experience using production or workflow systems (e.g. Temacs or similar)
Desirable:
Experience within a knitwear or manufacturing environment
Awareness of import/export or customs processes
What benefits can you expect?
Flexible working options (role dependent)
33 days annual leave (including public holidays)
Early finish on Fridays
Flexible benefits scheme (including Cycle to Work and gym discounts)
Time Off in Lieu scheme
Employer pension contribution
Life assurance
Health & wellbeing programme (including health cash plan)
Ongoing training and development opportunities
Apply Now
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and join a world-class manufacturing team, we’d love to hear from you. Apply via our Teamtailor platform and we’ll be in touch to guide you through the next steps.

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