Product Development Technician - BOSS Snowplow

Who Are We?

BOSS Snowplow, located in Iron Mountain, Michigan is a division of The Toro Company.  BOSS is a leader in the snow and ice management business with a growing lineup of plows for trucks, UTVs and ATVs, salt and sand spreaders, and box plows built for the snow and ice management professional, as well as the homeowner. With a focus on uncompromising quality and high-level craftsmanship, BOSS has grown to be a leader in the sale of truck plows.

TheProduct Development Techniciansupport BOSS Design Engineering and Manufacturing Engineering teams through fabrication of engineering prototypes and production tooling, and support of test activities.

Starting Wage:$22 to $30 per hour (based on experience) 

Hours:Monday– Friday, 7am – 3:30pm with overtime as needed

What Will You Do?

In order to grow and build a successful career with The Toro Company, you will be responsible for: 

• Support Design Engineering by fabricating and assembling prototypes, setting up test equipment, and assisting in performing tests.

• Support Manufacturing Engineering and Operations by fabricating weld and assembly fixtures and other production tooling.

• Provide design input to improve manufacturability, product design and performance.

• Assemble prototypes and assist with fit verification and other engineering activity.

• General mechanical and electrical repair on products and test vehicles

• Communicate with all parties to ensure correct and frequent prioritization of work.

• Communicate with other Product Development Techs to ensure all open work is assigned and covered.

• All other tasks and projects as assigned

What Do You Need?

To be considered for this role, an individual should meet the following minimal requirements: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Minimum 3 years manufacturing experience or equivalent education and experience

• Strong knowledge and experience with welding required

• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes including lasers, plasma punch, and press brake preferred

• Strong fabrication skills

• Must be a team player, creative, and have strong hands-on mechanical knowledge

• Basic understanding of hydraulics and electrical circuits

• Good communication skills (verbal and written)

• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with others

• Word, Excel, Outlook, and computer navigation skills

• Must be able to work safely performing a wide range of tasks

Other Job-Related Components:

• Work daily with BOSS Design Engineering and Manufacturing Engineering teams.

• Mainly manufacturing setting mixed with office setting to include cool and hot temperatures in production facility

• Walking and standing up to 10 hours a day

• Ability to lift/move up to 10 pounds regularly; 25 pounds frequently; 40 pounds occasionally

• Safety equipment to include steel toe boot, metatarsal guards, safety glasses and hearing protection provided and required

• Work hazards associated with this position would include cuts and /or bruises

At The Toro Company, we are committed to fostering a secure and trustworthy recruitment process for our applicants. Recruitment fraud is a potential threat to job seekers, so please be aware that throughout our recruitment process, you’ll never be required to pay any fees or disclose personal financial details when applying to TTC opportunities.

The Toro Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, or other non-merit factors. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment for all employees.