Associate Technician
About The Position
Essilor is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. They offer industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products and iconic brands. Their unique business model and relentless pursuit of operational excellence ensure consumers everywhere have access to products. They manage a global supply chain with cutting-edge technology, balancing speed, efficiency, and proximity. In their dynamic environment, fueled by technology and innovation, employees have the space to pioneer new solutions. They are looking for dedicated employees to join their global community of over 200,000 people in transforming the eyewear and eyecare industry.
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 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 lenses properly, including loading machine chemicals and loading/unloading sectors with lenses.
- Inspecting lenses to ensure they are optically and cosmetically accurate.
- Utilizing the bevel wheel to remove 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 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.
- Applying protective tape to the front of lenses using taping equipment.
- Operating equipment used to fine and polish all lenses going through the surfacing department.
- Hand washing and drying lenses followed by a brief cosmetic inspection.
- Grasping lenses with a de-blocking cup and striking it against the table to remove the block from lenses.
- Removing tape from lenses.
Benefits
- Competitive bonus and/or commission plan
- Health care
- Retirement savings
- Paid time off/vacation
- Various employee discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
