Associate Technician (1st Shift)

EssilorLuxottica Group•Saint Cloud, MN

1d•$16 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products such as the Essilor brand, with Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest and Transitions, iconic brands that consumers love such as Ray-Ban, Oakley, Persol and Oliver Peoples, as well as a network that offers consumers high-quality vision care and best-in-class shopping experiences such as Sunglass Hut, LensCrafters, and Target Optical, and leading e-commerce platforms. Our unique business model and relentless pursuit of operational excellence ensures that consumers everywhere have access to products. Balancing speed, efficiency and proximity, the Company manages a global supply chain with cutting-edge technology, based on centralization for frames and on a capillary network for lens finishing and prescription laboratories. In our dynamic environment, fueled by technology and innovation, our people have the space to pioneer new solutions. Join our global community of over 200,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry. Discover more by following us on LinkedIn! GENERAL FUNCTION Technical aptitude, attention to detail and the motivation to learn and grow professionally. If this describes you, consider aligning your career with Essilor.

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent.
High mechanical aptitude.
1+ years of related work experience, such as in manufacturing.
The ability to meet measurable standards in a dynamic production environment.
Depth perception and manual dexterity.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational abilities.
Attention to detail.
Ability to stand and walk for the duration of any shift.
Willingness to work with and around chemicals.
Willingness to work in an environment that may be wet and/or dirty and/or have a strong smell.
Willingness and ability to work overtime as needed.

Nice To Haves

Experience in lab settings is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Clipping and securing lenses into baskets to begin the coating process.
Preparing and operating the coating machine to coat the lenses properly, including loading machine chemicals and loading/unloading sectors with lenses.
Inspecting lenses to ensure that they are optically and cosmetically accurate.
Utilizing the bevel wheel to remove the sharp edges of the lens.
Inserting edged lenses to ensure proper fit and alignment, and inserting lenses into the frame while ensuring proper fit.
Using a variety of edging machines to cut lenses down to proper size and shape to fit the appropriate frame.
Readying uncut lenses for the edging process by outlining the center/alignment markings and affixing the chuck/block.
Accurately tinting all lenses.
Checking lenses and frames to ensure quality standards are met.
Utilizing the blocking machine to accurately secure a block to all lenses going through the surfacing department, and operating taping equipment to apply protective tape to the front of the lenses.
Operating the equipment used to fine and polish all lenses going through the surfacing department.
Hand washing and drying lenses followed by a brief cosmetic inspection of the lenses. Grasping lenses with a de-blocking cup and striking it against the table to remove the block from lenses, and also removing tape from lenses.