Employment at Riedell Skates

Start your career with Riedell Skates – a family-owned and operated business since 1945! Our corporate office and factory is located in beautiful Red Wing, Minnesota, conveniently just off Highway 61.

Our skates are handcrafted by master boot makers using only the finest materials. The process combines skill, technology, and artistry, and results in a world-class skating boot. By joining the Riedell team, you are becoming a part of a community and contributing to a legacy that is over 70 years strong!

Current Employment Opportunities at Riedell Skates:

Return/Repair Team Member

Position: Return/Repair Team Member

Location: Riedell Skates - Red Wing, MN

Position Summary:

At Riedell Shoes, Inc. we take pride in being a family-owned and operated business since 1945. We are looking for candidates who are interested in providing our customers with some of the best skating products in the world.

We are currently looking to add to our Return/Repair Team. The successful candidate is a self-motivated and independent person who will take pride in repairing and rejuvenating skate boots. This successful candidate will use hands-on skills to adjust and repair skate boots to meet the satisfaction of the customer and our internal requirements. This successful candidate will also assist in receiving returned items and determining the correct course of action. This may involve working directly with customers through email or telephone. This candidate will also work with a variety of company employees to determine the correct process and resolve any customer requests.  Being flexible and open to opportunities is critical, as all of our employees are expected to help out where needed to support the most urgent business priorities.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Addressing product concerns from both internal and external customers.
    • This may involve speaking to external customers over the phone or email to determine product concerns and solutions.
    • This may involve independently providing solutions or working with internal team members to determine the correct solution.
  • Working independently to assist in receiving returns.
    • This may involve reviewing returned items to determine the appropriate process for each specific return.
  • May also become involved with Customs and Product Development.
    • This may involve working with the Custom Skate and Product Development team assisting them in completing special request work.
  • There may be additional duties as directed by management.
    • This area can cover a variety of daily tasks that can change with each work order and may assist in other areas as needed.

Minimum Requirements of the job are:

  • The ability to work independently and be self-motivated.
  • The ability to multi-task, manage workflow, organize and solve problems with minimal supervision.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work effectively and professionally with both internal and external customers.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Ability to regularly conduct stand-up work
  • Excellent attendance.
  • Ability to work overtime or adjust work schedule as needed.

Additional Helpful Skills:

  • 2 to 3 years of experience in industrial stitching/sewing and shoe construction.
  • Effective use of hand tools and good manual dexterity.

Pay:

  • Starting Pay: $21.00 to $24.00 per hour. Starting pay may vary based on skills and related experience.

Benefits:

  • We offer a competitive benefit package including, but not limited to; Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Health Savings Plan and Flexible Savings Plans, Life and Disability Insurance, 401k Matching, Employee Discount Program, Paid Company Holidays, and Paid time off.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. Exceptional attendance is critical to our success. Candidates must be willing to learn, be objective, and be willing to listen to feedback, and be committed to doing their best each day.

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to hiring@riedellskates.com

Production Team Member

Position: Production Team Member

Location: Riedell Skates - Red Wing, MN

Position Summary:

At Riedell Skates, we take pride in being a family-owned and operated business since 1945. We are looking for candidates who are interested in providing our customers with some of the best skating products in the world.

We are currently looking to add to our Production Team. Successful candidates will have a good attendance record, a positive attitude, and the willingness to learn and take direction. Past experience in manufacturing and shoe building is a plus.

Minimum Requirements of the job are:

  • The ability to perform various production-related tasks such as assembly, machine operation, and material handling.
  • Must be able to correctly read and interpret work orders.
  • Must be able to recognize and take action to address defective materials and machine malfunctions.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work effectively and professionally with both internal and external customers.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Ability to regularly conduct stand-up work.
  • Excellent attendance.
  • Ability to work overtime or adjust work schedule as needed.

Additional Preferred Skills:

  • 2 to 3 years of experience in industrial stitching/sewing and shoe construction.
  • Effective use of hand tools and good manual dexterity.

Pay:

  • Minimum Starting Pay: $19.65 per hour. Starting pay may vary based on skills and related experience.

Hours:

  • All Production positions work a day shift, Monday–Friday schedule.

Benefits:

  • We offer a competitive benefit package including, but not limited to; Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Health Savings Plan and Flexible Savings Plans, Life and Disability Insurance, 401k Matching, Employee Discount Program, Paid Company Holidays, and Paid time off.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. Exceptional attendance is critical to our success. Candidates must be willing to learn, be objective, and be willing to listen to feedback, and be committed to doing their best each day.

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to hiring@riedellskates.com

 

 

Interested candidates for future opportunities can fill out the form below. Please note that this is only for candidates interested in employment opportunities to work at Riedell Skates. Skater sponsorship requests should be submitted via Direct Message on Riedell's social media pages. Sponsorship inquiries submitted via the form submission below will be disregarded. 

At Riedell Skates, we take pride in being a family-owned and operated business for over 75 years. We look for candidates who are interested in building long-term relationships to continue to provide our customers with some of the best skating products in the world.

Candidates who are interested in joining the Riedell Team can fill out the form below. If you are unable to attach a resume, please include as much relevant employment history as possible or email your employment history or resume to hiring@riedellskates.com.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.