Job Details
This is your chance to be a core part of a team pioneering the technology-driven solutions set to revolutionize an industry. We are seeking a highly experienced and innovative Development Technician to act as the top-tier technical expert for our state-of-the-art, fully automated Lightspray™ line in Zurich. You will be responsible for process optimization and standardization, new technology integration, and leading complex problem-solving initiatives to shape the future of manufacturing. Please Read Before ApplyingTo ensure a smooth and efficient recruitment process, we kindly ask all applicants to submit their CV in English, as this is the working language of our company.
Your Mission
• Act as the primary technical mentor and expert resource for the entire production team, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Design, build, and manage the preventive maintenance plan and the spare parts strategy, ensuring long-term operational excellence.
• Lead formal problem-solving teams using Root Cause Analysis for complex, system-level issues, pushing the boundaries of what's possible.
• Set up, integrate, and validate new technologies and equipment on the production line, including all mechanical and electrical installation.
• Program 6-axis robots for new spray paths, and set up, test, and troubleshoot new robot programs to unlock new capabilities.
• Interpret and modify PLC logic, tune controllers, and perform expert-level diagnosis of electrical and control systems.
• Lead safety risk assessments for new equipment and train the team on advanced safety topics.
Your Story
• You have extensive experience in a senior technical or engineering support role in a highly automated manufacturing environment, with proven collaboration skills.
• You possess expert-level knowledge of robotics, PLC programming, control engineering, and complex mechanical/electrical systems.
• You have a proven ability to lead cross-functional projects, manage maintenance strategies, and drive continuous improvement with an entrepreneurial mindset.
• You have strong analytical skills and can analyze quality and performance data to identify systemic trends.
• You demonstrate exceptional leadership and mentoring skills with a passion for developing technical talent.
• You are fluent in technical English, with the ability to write professional, structured reports and fully comprehend complex technical documentation.
• You are able to work in shifts as this role requires Morning and Afternoon shifts
Meet The Team
Join the Lightspray™ team, a group of passionate innovators and entrepreneurial thinkers united by a single mission: to make high-performance footwear at scale, anywhere, anytime, while minimizing our environmental impact. We challenge conventions and push the boundaries of possibility to create sportswear like the world has never seen. Be part of the team pioneering the technology-driven solutions set to revolutionize the running shoe landscape from the ground up.
What We Offer
On is a place that is centered around growth and progress. We offer an environment designed to give people the tools to develop holistically - to stay active, to learn, explore and innovate. Our distinctive approach combines a supportive, team-oriented atmosphere, with access to personal self-care for both physical and mental well-being, so each person is led by purpose. On is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a work environment that is fair and inclusive, where all decisions related to recruitment, advancement, and retention are free of discrimination.