Technical Manager Footwear Prototyping

PURPOSE Creating footwear prototypes from hand or computer-generated patterns to fabricating and assembling materials and components using various types of machinery and hand tools; including machines form cutting, sanding, buffing, sewing, and lasting. Act as lead maker on a portfolio of projects. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Construct and assemble footwear samples and prototypes using various methods, processes, materials, and machinery. Manage a portfolio of projects in all creation phases; from prototype pattern making, prototype construction and assembly, to model and mold making. Present prototype method of make ideation to wider team in digital presentation format. Use hands on making knowledge to provide material selection for prototypes. Archive all prototypes, making tools and materials. Maintain record of all materials used on projects. KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of shoemaking process required. Hand pattern making or digital pattern making experience. Ability to solve practical problems and manage a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to work with solvents, chemicals, polyurethane, epoxy, and silicone. Ability to identify design issues and offer solutions to improve functionality and manufacturability of product. Ability to work independently under a deadline on several projects simultaneously with minimal input. Ability to problem solve and troubleshoot errors with mechanical equipment. Ability to lift up to 25 pounds. Ability to work in a shop environment and be comfortable working with industrial machinery. Ability to speak effectively and make presentations before small groups of customers or employees of organization. Jevero and Microsoft Office skills. At adidas, employees on the Creative Studios team are expected to work in the office Monday through Friday, five days per week. REQUISITE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Associates degree in related field and/or equivalent high school diploma. 5+ years of experience in shoemaking or related field. Experience working in a shop environment using a variety of tools and machinery. adidas celebrates diversity, supports inclusiveness and encourages individual expression in our workplace. We do not tolerate the harassment or discrimination toward any of our applicants or employees. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. adidas offers robust and progressive medical, including HSA (Health Savings Account) with employer funding or FSA (Flexible Spending Account) options, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, adoption, with surrogate and fertility support, short and long-term disability, and basic life andAD&Dinsurance, which can be supplemented with employee-paid coverage. Employeesare able toenroll in adidas' 401k plan and Stock Purchase Plan with employer match. Full-time employees are eligible for education assistance and generous Leave policies including12 weeksof paid parental leave. Employees are eligible to earn an annual bonus based on both company and personal performance. Employees accrue prorated flexible time off in the amount .4388 hours per day that increases with years of service, twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year and Service Time Off during milestone years. This position requires a high degree of in-person collaboration, in-office attendance is required Monday through Friday.The working location of this position is Portland, Oregon. Though our teammates hail from all corners of the world, our working language is English. AT ADIDAS WE HAVE A WINNING CULTURE. BUT TO WIN, PHYSICAL POWER IS NOT ENOUGH. JUST LIKE ATHLETES OUR EMPLOYEES NEED MENTAL STRENGTH IN THEIR GAME. WE FOSTER THE ATHLETE'S MINDSET THROUGH A SET OF BEHAVIORS THAT WE WANT TO ENABLE AND DEVELOP IN OUR PEOPLE AND THAT ARE AT THE CORE OF OUR UNIQUE COMPANY CULTURE: THIS IS HOW WE WIN WHILE PLAYING FAIR. COURAGE: Speak up when you see an opportunity; step up when you see a need.. OWNERSHIP: Pick up the ball. Be proactive, take responsibility and follow-through. INNOVATION: Elevate to win. Be curious, test and learn new and better ways of doing things. TEAMPLAY: Win together. Work collaboratively and cultivate a shared mindset. INTEGRITY: Play by the rules. Hold yourself and others accountable to our company’s standards. RESPECT: Value all players. Display empathy, be inclusive and show dignity to all. At adidas, we strongly believe that embedding diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) into our culture and talent processes gives our employees a sense of belonging and our brand a real competitive advantage. Culture Starts With People, It Starts With You - By recruiting talent and developing our people to reflect the rich diversity of our consumers and communities, we foster a culture of inclusion that engages our employees and authentically connects our brand with our consumers. #J-18808-Ljbffr adidas