Engineering Technician

Job Title

Engineering Technician – 3rd Shift

Location

Cleveland, OH

Business Unit

Team Wendy

About Avon Technologies

We are a world leader in protective equipment, with a reputation for innovative design, high-performance quality and specialist materials expertise. Our two brands, Avon Protection and Team Wendy, supply our respiratory and head protection portfolio to customers across the globe from our manufacturing sites in the UK and North America. With over 900 talented people our shared purpose and core beliefs are to be #FIERCE about Protecting Lives. It’s why we come to work – and what motivates us every day to do the best work we can.

Purpose of Position

The Engineering Technician supports assigned value stream(s) by executing hands‑on manufacturing engineering support activities that ensure safe, stable, and repeatable production. The role focuses on sustaining process capability, responding to daily production needs, maintaining work instructions and technical documentation, supporting equipment and fixture changes, and assisting Manufacturing Engineers in troubleshooting, implementation, and continuous improvement. The Engineering Technician acts as a critical bridge between engineering intent and shop‑floor execution, enabling Team Wendy to deliver high‑quality head protection systems with consistency, efficiency, and urgency while upholding mission, security, and compliance requirements.

Essential Duties and/or Functions

• Execute hands‑on assembly, build, test, repair, and data‑collection activities to support manufacturing engineering changes, validations, and daily production issue resolution.
• Assemble prototypes, fixtures, tooling, and test setups per approved prints and work instructions; support first‑article inspections and line trials.
• Perform dimensional checks, basic metrology, and accurate data logging of yield, cycle time, and defects to enable fact‑based engineering decisions.
• Execute preventive maintenance and minor corrective maintenance on production fixtures, tools, and test equipment to sustain process stability.
• Troubleshoot basic mechanical, electrical, and process issues on the shop floor; isolate faults and escalated with clear, concise technical information.
• Audit and provide feedback and redlines to work instructions and checklists; propose practical improvements to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Maintain 5S standards and organization at workstations, labs, benches, and tool cribs to support safe and efficient operations.
• Adjust processes within documented limits and initiate stop/hold or containment actions for safety or quality nonconformances per guidance.

Required / Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or higher (completed and verified prior to start) from an accredited institution.
• Intermediate computer skills (Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Outlook, and Teams).
• Fluent reading and writing in English; clear communication skills.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without a sponsorship for employment visa status.

Desired Qualifications

• Proficient with hand tools and power tools used safely.
• Experience operating PLC‑controlled production equipment.
• Ability to read, interpret, and write technical reports and instructions.
• Record‑keeping accuracy and organizational time‑management skills.
• Mechanical dexterity and attention to detail.
• Experience with building, maintaining, and repairing mechanical equipment and assemblies.
• Analytical, critical‑thinking, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus.

What We Offer

• Flexible schedule
• Competitive compensation package
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Tuition reimbursement
• Learning and development initiatives

Internal Relationships

Maintenance Team; Operations/Production Department; Facilities Management; Safety and Compliance Department; Engineering and Technical Support; Human Resources (HR); Procurement and Supply Chain; Finance and Budgeting; Senior Management.

External Relationships

Vendors and suppliers; contractors; regulatory agencies; industry associations; emergency services; consultants; customers or clients; local community.

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability.