FACTORY TECHNICIAN

                                                                                                     FACTORY TECHNICIAN

                                                                                             Finish and Adhesive Tech. Trainee

Company Profile

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. 

Position

SAS has openings for Finish and Adhesive Technician Trainee

 Job 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.

Job Qualifications

• 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 Requirements:

• 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.

 Education & Experience Requirements:

• Experience in shoemaking/manufacturing and production facilities. 
• A strong interest or passion for Manufacturing and long term development in the Shoe Manufacturing industry.

 I have read and understand the duties, responsibilities and qualifications of this position and acknowledge that I can perform the essential functions of the job with or without an accommodation. I also understand that this is a summary of this position's duties and other responsibilities may be assigned as the company deems necessary.

SAS is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. No phone calls or agencies please.