Position

SAS has an opening for a Technical Engineering (Project) Coordinator/Manager

Job Responsibilities

• Work as a liaison between the Pattern Engineer and Manufacturing.
• Works closely with the Pattern Engineer assigned and together determine best manufacturing processes for every operation.
• Decide best synthetic materials; backers, box toes, counters, reinforcements, etc. for each new product.
• Assist in the Manufacturing Process by aiding a Supervisor, Manager or operator with any issue that may arise in the shoemaking process.
• Works closely with TE Project Manager to determine which new materials require wear testing and/or physical testing.
• Must be willing to work outside your typical work duties and do whatever it takes to resolve any issues related to shoe making.

Job Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of all shoe-manufacturing operations for all constructions from Cut to Pack. (Willing to provide training for candidates that meet other qualifications)
• Must possess strong problem solving skills.
• Must have a strong understanding and/or operate all shoe making machinery.
• A self-starter who enjoys taking on new challenges to expand his/her role.
• Mature, responsible and self-motivated individual with a strong work ethic.
• Willing to get involved in anything and everything with an “It Can Be Done” attitude.
• Able to multi-task handling several projects, while working independently or with a team.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, open workspace environment.
• Highly motivated and able to follow instructions.
• Must be detail oriented and able to work with numbers.
• Must have absolute ability to exercise confidentiality.
• Excellent job performance and attendance.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus

Physical Requirements:

• The ability to walk up a staircase to the D&D Department.
• Comfortably lift up to a maximum weight of 25 lbs.
• Be able sit, stand and walk for 8 to 10 hours per day.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelors Degree with a focus on Manufacturing/Industrial and/or Process Engineering or a significant amount of equivalent work experience.
• Experience/education in manufacturing/industrial and/or process engineering for a manufacturing or industrial facility or company. Computer literate in Auto/CAD, Microsoft Office, Excel and Outlook. Experience in shoemaking/manufacturing or general manufacturing & production facilities.