ABOUT LANX:
LANX is a rapidly growing Lancashire based footwear brand celebrated for its quality footwear for both men and women. Since its inception at a local market stall in 2018, LANX has witnessed remarkable growth. Boasting a dedicated team of 60+ staff and growing, attending 10+ major UK events annually, a store in Manchester’s bustling Northern Quarter, and official footwear supplier to some of the UK’s finest sports teams; Harlequins, Leicester Tigers, Sale Sharks to name a few. LANX is on an ambitious path of further growth and is eager to expand the team with people that share our values and commitment to quality.
ROLE OVERVIEW:
- The Shoe Technician (Repairs & Manufacturing) plays a key role within the LANX Factory, supporting both footwear repairs and manufacturing operations. This hands-on position is responsible for carrying out high-quality shoe repairs, assisting in the production of footwear, and ensuring all products meet LANX quality standards before reaching customers.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Complete footwear repairs to a consistently high standard, including leather repairs, sole replacements, polishing, refinishing, and general refurbishment work.
- Manufacture footwear within the LANX factory, supporting key production stages including lasting, sole bonding, assembly, finishing, and quality control.
- Prepare footwear components and materials for production and repair processes.
- Carry out sole bonding and adhesive application in accordance with company quality standards.
- Perform leather repairs, conditioning, restoration, and finishing work as required.
- Conduct thorough quality control inspections throughout the repair and manufacturing process.
- Pack and prepare completed footwear for dispatch, ensuring presentation and packaging standards are maintained.
- Ensure work areas, tools, and equipment are maintained to a high standard of cleanliness and safety.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to meet daily production and repair targets.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives within the workshop and factory.
SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
- Knowledge/Experience of footwear manufacturing and cement construction processes
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards
- Good manual dexterity for assembly, trimming, and finishing tasks
- Experience with adhesive application, polishing, and final inspection
- Ability to manage time and meet daily production targets
- Team player with clear communication and collaboration skills
- Basic computer and recordkeeping abilities for stock and production data
- Previous manufacturing or assembly line experience preferred
- Understanding of safety procedures and ability to perform physical tasks
REPORT TO:
- Report to Factory Lead and Factory Manager for all matters relating to footwear production and repairs.
YOU’LL LOVE WORKING AT LANX IF:
- You want to work alongside like-minded individuals who share your dedication to quality and craftsmanship and will inspire and motivate you every day. We’re a small, passionate team where every member's contribution is valued.
- You truly value the art of footwear craftsmanship.
- You want to be part of a dynamic environment where your creativity can thrive, allowing you to experiment with new techniques, designs, and solutions. As a growing company, we encourage innovation and fresh ideas. You want to be part of a dynamic environment where your creativity can thrive, allowing you to experiment with new techniques, design and solutions. As a growing company, we encourage innovation and fresh ideas. You want to be part of a dynamic team You want to work alongside like-minded individuals who share your dedication to quality and craftsmanship and will inspire and motivate you every day.
WORKING DAY & HOURS:
- Full time
- Monday - Friday: 8am - 4.30pm
PLACE OF WORK:
- LANX HQ, Whalley, BB7 9YE
- Remote working not available in this role
ANNUAL LEAVE:
- Permitted 28 days annual leave per year
- The company operates annual factory shutdown periods during which employees are required to take part of their annual leave entitlement. The shutdown dates are communicated in advance each year.
MUST WORK:
- 1x day over our annual Sample Sale Weekend - usually March, dates tbc
- 2 additional days around Black Friday - usually end of Nov
- For the above additional days annual leave will be granted, or you can be paid 1.5 your normal day rate
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:
- 40% off all full priced LANX footwear
- Annual staff wellness “shutting shop” day - fully paid
- Heavily discounted gym memberships at Per4m gym in Whalley > per4mhealth.co.uk
- In-house HR support & company pension
- Monthly staff social - expenses paid for/ subsidised
- Company pension
- Christmas party, all-expenses-paid staff
- Unlimited free coffee
- Good vibes
Pay: £29,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Whalley, Lancashire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Have you had any experience making or handling shoes?
- Are you passionate and friendly individual?
Experience:
- shoe repair: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
