Production Worker

201 E Seven Hills Rd, Port Washington, WI 53074, USA Job Description Posted Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 5:00 AM Some things remain timeless. That's how we feel about our traditional 212-step manufacturing process that has been our basis for handcrafting premium men’s footwear & accessories in the U.S. since 1922. We feel a sense of pride that comes with making our shoes in the same way for over 100 years. What you will be doing Operate Production Equipment: Work with production equipment including electric, pneumatic, and hydraulic production equipment. This equipment performs cutting, fitting, soling, lasting, bottoming and finishing operations to our hand‑crafted men’s footwear. You will start, stop, and control the speed of certain machinery with pedal/foot controls. Inspect Quality of Work: Meet the quality and production requirement for operations. Detect defects or quality problems and adjust as needed or notify leadership. Create a Safe Work Environment: Follow company policies and guidelines and comply with OSHA safety procedures and requirements. Benefits Benefits that Start Day One. To learn more details about our total rewards including pension plans, health benefits and PTO, visit YourCaleres.com Additional Time Off. Fully paid break between Christmas and New Year’s, separate from PTO. 4 Day Workweek. This position has a Monday-Thursday schedule, from 5:30am-4:30pm, giving you more time to enjoy your hobbies. Our Shoe Discounts. No matter your style, we’ve got your perfect fit covered with a 30% Associate Discount on our brands including Famous Footwear, Allen Edmonds, Naturalizer, Sam Edelman, Vionic and more! Career Development and Learning Opportunities. We provide education assistance of up to $7500 per year for full‑time associates. Every day is Pay Day. Love an early pay day? Get paid as you earn (without the fees) with Dayforce Wallet. Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Through our EAP we provide 24/7 access to free, confidential support and resources, including: emotional support, work‑life solutions, legal guidance, financial resources, and online support. Qualifications Highschool diploma or equivalent Passionate to learn the craft of footwear production Strong oral and written communication skills Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division units of measurement An open‑minded, positive attitude is a must! Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, required From the skilled shoemakers on the manufacturing floor to senior management making strategic business decisions, every Associate plays an integral role in defining the Allen Edmonds brand and the greatness associated with our products. Allen Edmonds is part of Caleres Inc., a diverse portfolio of 15 global footwear brands. The Caleres legacy includes more than 140‑years of craftsmanship, a passion for fit and business savvy, with a mission to continue to inspire people to feel great…feet first. Caleres is an Equal Opportunity Employer by choice. We believe our company should be as diverse as the consumers we serve. We seek and engage talented individuals from all backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, lifestyles, and belief systems. Caleres and Allen Edmonds are invested in our Associates. We regularly review our pay matrices and update appropriately based on need. Starting pay is determined by several factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience. The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Please visit yourcaleres.com to review all associated benefits. Fraudulent Recruiting Disclaimer: Please beware of fraudulent recruiting. Legitimate Caleres contacts will use @caleres.com email address. We do not request money, checks, equipment orders, or sensitive personal data during the recruitment process. If you have been asked for any of the above, or believe you have been contacted by someone posing as a Caleres employee, please refer to our fraudulent recruiting statement found here: #J-18808-Ljbffr Famous Footwear