Associate Technician; 1st Shift

Position Overview

Position:
Production Associate – Lab Ops (Hard Coat Dip, Surfacing), Store #E00664. Full-Time.

Technical aptitude, attention to detail and the motivation to learn and grow professionally. If this describes you, consider aligning your career with Essilor.

Coating area:

• Clipper – clipping and securing lenses into baskets to begin the coating process.
• Machine Operator – preparing and operating the coating machine to coat the lenses properly.
  
  Responsibilities include:
  • Loading machine chemicals.
  • Loading and unloading sectors with lenses.
• Inspector – inspecting lenses to ensure they are optically and cosmetically accurate.

Finishing area:

• Beveler – utilizing the bevel wheel to remove the sharp edges of the lens.
• Mounter – inserting edged lenses to ensure proper fit and alignment, and inserting lenses into the frame while ensuring proper fit.
• Edger Operator – using variety of edging machines to cut lenses down to proper size and shape to fit the appropriate frame.
• Finish Layout preparer – readying uncut lenses for the edging process by outlining the center/alignment markings and affixing the chuck/block.
• Tinter – accurately tinting all lenses.
• Inspector – checking lenses and frames to ensure quality standards are met.

Surfacing area:

• Blocking – utilizing the blocking machine to accurately secure a block to all lenses going through the surfacing department. Operate taping equipment to apply protective tape to the front of the lenses.
• Finer/Polisher – operating the equipment used to fine and polish all lenses going through the surfacing department.
• Lens Washer – hand washing and drying lenses followed by a brief cosmetic inspection. Grasp lenses with a de-blocking cup and strike it against the table to remove block from lenses, and also remove tape from lenses.

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• High mechanical aptitude.
• 1+ years of related work experience, such as in manufacturing; experience in lab settings is preferred but not required.
• The ability to meet measurable standards in a dynamic production environment. Requires depth perception and manual dexterity.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational abilities.
• Attention to detail.

• Position requires standing and walking for the duration of any shift.
• Work with and around chemicals.
• Work area may be wet, dirty, or have strong smell.
• Willingness and ability to work overtime as needed.

Employee pay is determined by geography, experience, qualifications, skills, and local minimum wage requirements. You may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts.

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