Mechanical Process Technician

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. Our comprehensive benefits package for full‑time employees includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with health savings and flexible spending accounts, life and disability insurance, generous paid time off and holidays, a 401(k) match, employee discounts, and valuable well‑being benefits like free EAP services, financial planning assistance, and well‑being coaching all designed to support your health and financial security. The targeted hiring range for this full‑time position is $52,000-$68,000 depending on qualifications; however, the expanded salary range provides opportunities for advancement. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and job location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by factors including job‑related skills, competencies, experience, and relevant education, training or a combination of these things and market demand. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range and benefits for your location during the hiring process. 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 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. Qualifications EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE: Five to seven years related experience/training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 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 Equal Opportunity Employer Red Wing Shoes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in completing an application may contact View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP at All offers of employment are contingent on satisfactory results of a background check and physical exam which includes a drug screen. Red Wing Shoe Company, Inc. is a drug‑free workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr Red Wing Brands of America