FACTORY TECHNICIAN

San Antonio Shoe Inc • Del Rio, TX

13d • Onsite

About The Position

San Antonio Shoemakers (SAS), a San Antonio, Texas based privately held company, has been in business for over 40 years and has developed a reputation as a premier American manufacturer of high quality comfort footwear. SAS has openings for Finish and Adhesive Technician Trainee.

Requirements

• Self-Starter who enjoys taking on new challenges to expand his/her role.
• Mature, cooperative, 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.
• Ability to multi-task handling several jobs, while working independently or with a team.
• Meet or exceed expectations in all PDQCS categories.
• Highly motivated and able to follow instructions.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.
• Have strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to explain concepts in a patient and organized manner while always listening to determine issues.
• Computer literate in Microsoft Office, Word & Excel (Spreadsheets), Outlook, etc.
• Must have absolute ability to exercise confidentiality.
• Physical labor is necessary for 8 hours or more per day with breaks approximately every two hours including standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, lifting, talking, hearing and engaging in repetitive motions.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. pail when necessary.
• Must be able to pull and push racks with wheels that weigh 11 lbs.
• Must be able to work with Hazardous and Non-Hazardous materials using proper protective equipment (safety glasses, latex gloves etc.). Using respirator if necessary
• Excellent vision to inspect the quality of their work.
• Experience in shoemaking/manufacturing and production facilities.
• A strong interest or passion for Manufacturing and long term development in the Shoe Manufacturing industry.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work with chemicals /adhesives daily.
• Learn and teach others how to apply, mix, and use the material and chemicals used.
• Work with solvent and water-base material.
• Learn the use of different adhesives/chemicals for shoe application, upper and sole application.
• Learn technical skills in shoe manufacturing.
• Travel to Acuna Mexico when necessary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed