Manufacturing Engineering Technician - Operations Winona

Fanatics Commerce is the global leader in licensed sports merchandise, operating a vertically integrated platform that designs, manufactures, and delivers officially licensed apparel, jerseys, headwear, and collectibles for major leagues, teams, and events worldwide. With more than 900 e-commerce sites and a global omnichannel presence across digital, in-venue, and retail, Fanatics Commerce reaches fans in over 180 countries and powers official fan experiences for many of the world's most iconic sports properties.

At Fanatics, we bring our BOLD Leadership Principles to life every day - building championship teams, obsessing over fans, acting with entrepreneurial speed, and delivering with a determined and relentless mindset.

As we continue to scale our global platform, the Manufacturing Engineering Technician will play a critical role in sustaining and optimizing high-mix industrial printing and promotional product manufacturing operations.

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Manufacturing Engineering Technician supports manufacturing and distribution operations by performing equipment setup, operation, routine and preventative maintenance, technical troubleshooting, and continuous improvement activities across production areas. This role combines mechanical aptitude, hands-on machine operation, and exposure to automation and prepress processes — including prepress and programming functions, color management, AutoCAD and other drafting, safety improvement integration, and jig and fixture design — to drive safety, efficiency, and operational excellence in a high-mix, low-volume industrial printing and promotional product manufacturing environment. The Manufacturing Engineering Technician delivers business and fan impact through BOLD leadership and execution excellence, leveraging data, automation, and AI-enabled insights.

HOW WILL YOU DRIVE IMPACT

Success is measured by the ability to deliver results through BOLD capabilities and measurable outcomes.

Team & Leadership Impact (Build Championship Teams)

• Teach and train production staff on how to operate and optimize equipment, including setup procedures, maintenance routines, and troubleshooting techniques, ensuring operators are equipped to perform at their best.
• Partner with the Maintenance team to perform preventive and corrective maintenance on digital and mechanical equipment, and provide technical training and assistance to Maintenance Technician roles as needed.
• Work independently or collaboratively to support rapid problem-solving, continuous improvement initiatives, and the documentation of process map visuals and job aids.

Fan & Customer Impact (Obsessed with Fans)

• Support Production Management in assuring all equipment and processes are functional and efficient, making or arranging corrections, adjustments, and repairs as required to keep production on schedule.
• Operate equipment during setup, testing, troubleshooting, and high-demand periods to ensure timely and high-quality output of products that reach fans worldwide.
• Run a variety of tests — including color profile, print quality, time study/throughput, material qualification, and consumable testing — to uphold the quality standards fans expect from officially licensed merchandise.
• Assist in developing measurements for optimal equipment utilization and quality control, directly contributing to a consistent and exceptional fan product experience.

Innovation & Problem Solving (Limitless Entrepreneurial Spirit)

• Learn and utilize a variety of software programs including AutoCAD, Fusion360, Adobe Creative Cloud, SWITCH, Print Factory, and other RIPs to support prepress, programming, and workflow automation.
• Build and install jigs, fixtures, and other productivity- or safety-enhancing solutions, applying a diverse fabrication skillset including lathe, vertical mill, drill press, surface grinder, and welding.
• Learn and assist with automation solutions across both digital workflow and physical process, supporting the organization's advancement toward a more automated manufacturing environment.
• Participate in prototyping, experimentation, data collection, time studies, safety and quality assessments, and reporting — including nonconformance reports, capital expenditure authorizations, purchase requisitions, requests for quote, process sheets, and safety training checklists.

Ownership & Execution (Determined & Relentless Mindset)

• Take full responsibility for the safety, quality, and timely execution of all technical support services, consistently enforcing LOTO and all other safety protocols and notifying leadership immediately of any observed compliance gaps.
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues using schematics, manuals, and diagnostic tools, drawing on experience with PLCs, VFDs, soft starts, servo drives, and external I/O devices to resolve issues efficiently.
• Identify hazardous conditions and unsafe practices, responding immediately (if trained) and reporting all safety concerns to site leadership while adhering to all department, company, and regulatory standards.
• Operate with professionalism and integrity, treating others with respect in a positive and inclusive manner, and demonstrating the ability to work independently in the absence of supervision.

AI & DIGITAL CAPABILITY

We are building a future-ready organization. This role is expected to:

• Apply AI and technology to improve efficiency, quality, and outcomes
• Use data and digital tools to inform decisions and enhance performance
• Demonstrate curiosity and adaptability in adopting new technologies and ways of working
• Contribute to a culture of innovation and continuous improvement

CAPABILITIES & EXPERIENCE YOU BRING

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 1–3 years of experience in a similar technical support, maintenance, or production role such as Automation, Electromechanical, Engineering Technician, Pre-Press, Mechatronics, Process Technician, or Production Technician, with the ability to learn, repair, optimize, and functionally operate a variety of production equipment.
• Experience with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), Soft Starts, Servo Drives, and external Input/Output (I/O) devices, along with mechanical, electrical, and motor control troubleshooting capabilities.
• Diverse fabrication skillset including lathe, vertical mill, drill press, surface grinder, and welding, combined with hands-on experience with fabrication tools and basic machine operation.
• Proficiency in written and oral communication at both operator and management levels, including the ability to run tests, document findings, present data, write process sheets, and effectively train others to operate equipment.
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD or similar drafting software and Microsoft Office; experience with Print Factory, Wasatch, Esko, SWITCH, or Adobe programs is a plus, as is pre-press file preparation experience.
• Ability to consistently enforce LOTO and all other safety protocols, maintain current certifications in bloodborne pathogens, PIT, respirator, and fall protection, and work at heights from ladders and aerial lifts.
• Resourcefulness and strong technical troubleshooting instincts, with the ability to work flexible hours as needed, work independently without supervision, and follow oral and written instructions in a demanding manufacturing environment.

Education:

Technical diploma or relevant experience in mechatronics, mechanical, or electrical systems required. Employer-supported continuing education in automation technologies is encouraged.

WORK LOCATION

On-site: Your work location will be onsite in Winona, MN.

The salary range represents base pay only and does not include short-term or long-term incentive compensation. When determining base pay as part of a final compensation package, we consider several factors such as location, experience, qualifications, and training. For information about our benefits, please visit

Salary Range

$25.57—$31.06 USD

At Fanatics, we operate with a BOLD mindset - We Build Championship Teams, we’re Obsessed with Fans, we embrace a Limitless Entrepreneurial Spirit, and we approach every challenge with a Determined and Relentless Mindset. If you’re ready to contribute to a dynamic, fast-paced environment that thrives on collaboration and growth, we want you to be part of our team.

ABOUT THE TEAM
Fanatics Commerce is a leading designer, manufacturer, and seller of licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods. It operates a vertically-integrated platform of digital and physical capabilities for leading sports leagues, teams, colleges, and associations globally – as well as its flagship site,

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