PreProduction Technician

The Pre‑Production Technician supports the transition from prototype to mass production by validating parts, materials, documentation, and processes. This role prepares all necessary production materials — such as labels, BOMs, proofs, and instructional documents — and ensures projects move efficiently through the pre‑production cycle. The technician works closely with design, engineering, and assembly teams to confirm accuracy and readiness before production begins.

• Review proofs and production specifications for accuracy and completeness.
• Determine documentation requirements and gather all needed information, parts, and materials.
• Maintain and update proof and sample archives.
• Ensure required tooling, equipment, and materials are available for proof builds.
• Complete pre‑production validations within designated time frames.
• Resolve missing specs, details, or components that impede project progress.
• Print, review, validate, and finalize labels, hardware sheets, and production documents.
• Provide accurate, approved proof copies for all required materials.
• Collaborate with designers to build and validate proof samples.
• Identify assembly requirements, potential issues, and handling considerations.
• Verify accuracy of Bills of Materials (BOMs) line by line.
• Confirm packaging integrity, corrugate usage, and document packaging details within the BOM.
• Obtain necessary pre‑production approvals and sign‑offs.
• Create assembly plans and supporting materials (photos, videos, examples).
• Demonstrate builds and assist assembly leads with line setup and concerns.
• Update legacy or outdated BOMs to current formats.
• Attend and document project debriefs.
• Support engineering with sample builds, packaging evaluations, and prototype BOM validation.

Education

• High school diploma

Experience

• 3-5 years of related work experience

Skills & Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• High attention to detail
• Problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Effective time management and organization
• Ability to collaborate across teams
• Creative thinking
• Conflict‑resolution and decision‑making abilities
• Ability to handle pressure professionally

Software Proficiency

• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Forms)
• DEAR
• Corel Designer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.