Mechanical Process Technician
- Full-time
Company Description
Everyday, our American Boot Builders proudly put their hearts into building and delivering remarkable, purpose-built products that will make an impact on people’s lives today and future generations. Build a product you'll be proud to stand behind. Build your legacy at Red Wing Shoe Company.
Job Description
GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB:
This position is responsible for providing hands-on leadership including but not limited to operation, troubleshooting and continuous improvement of mechanical, electro-mechanical (including programming), and chemical production processes involved in manufacturing operations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
Monitor and trouble-shoot manufacturing process performance to maintain optimum process efficiency, quality, and safety.
Routine programming of software-based equipment (CNC/PLC/Robotics/Automation) and vendor engagement/management for such as required
Lead and/or participate in creating mechanical assembly fixtures using CAD software.
Provide leadership for assembling, testing and qualifying computer stitch pallets. Make modifications to stitch programs as required.
Conduct in process quality tests to ensure processes meet requirements.
Design and execute trials for experiments to validate process performance.
Assemble & build new or modified equipment in accordance with drawings or instructions.
Prepare documentation and instructional materials as needed to support operator training for production equipment and processes as well as conducting training as needed.
Liaison with 3rd party vendors to facilitate equipment builds, installation and repairs.
Lead and participate in continuous improvement initiatives for safety, quality and efficiency.
Effectively collaborate and communicate with all internal and external team members.
OTHER DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
Obtain necessary information by maintaining knowledge of RWSC’s electronic communication software.
Maintain quality service by establishing, following, and enforcing organization quality system standards.
Uphold Red Wing Shoe Company’s core values.
Complete other duties as assigned from time to time by your manager.
Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, classes or programs.
Qualifications
EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:
Associate degree in industrial technology and five to seven years related experience/training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
ADDITIONAL DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Strong Technical Skills:
CNC Programming
Mechanical Assembly
Welding / light fabrication
Understanding of basic air and hydraulic systems
Electrical Repair and Design
Basic Statistical Process Control
Chemical Processing
Process Testing and Experimentation
Maintenance Management Systems and Microsoft Office (esp. Excel, Word) experience
Attention to Detail
Collaborative and Team Building Skills (willingness to give and receive feedback)
Drive for Results and Superior Execution
Excellent Influencing skills
Strong Analytical and Innovative Skills
Working knowledge of TPS (Toyota Production Systems)
Strong Written & Verbal Communication Skills
Knowledge of the Footwear Industry and related Manufacturing processes strongly preferred
Electrical certification
REQUIRED LICENSES, CERTIFICATES or KNOWLEDGE:
Auto CAD or Other Mechanical CAD Experience
PLC or C++ Programming (General Programming Experience)
Working knowledge and understanding of Lean Manufacturing is mandatory
Additional Information
Applications will be kept on file for six months.
We may not currently have open positions but will review your application for future opportunities. You will be contacted for an interview if your background matches any open production operator position.
You will be contacted for an interview if your background qualifications are determined to be the best fit for an open production operator position.
Red Wing Shoe Company will not be using recruitment agencies or firms to fill this position and we will not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate information. No agency calls please.
Red Wing Shoe Company, Inc. is a drug-free workplace.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP at https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm.
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)