Automated Production Technician III-Multiple Openings!
About The Position
The Automated Production Technician (Manufacturing Associate III) safely operates highly automated manufacturing equipment used to produce contact lenses. The role supports production, inspection, packaging, and sterilization while maintaining quality, safety, and regulatory compliance. Technicians troubleshoot process and equipment issues, review production records and trends, participate in preventive maintenance and continuous improvement, and collaborate with production leadership, engineering, maintenance, and quality teams. The position also includes training and mentoring team members and contributing to a safe, inclusive, and collaborative workplace.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least 2 years of manufacturing experience; equivalent combinations of education, technical training, certifications, and experience will be considered.
- Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in a manufacturing environment.
- Basic computer skills and willingness to learn new systems and applications.
- Basic math skills, including addition and subtraction.
- Ability to work a 12-hour shift schedule, including overtime as needed.
- Strong attention to detail, communication, and teamwork, with a commitment to quality.
- Strong work ethic and proactive initiative.
- Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and collaborative workplace culture.
- Demonstrate ownership, accountability, and resiliency.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree or technical certification in a related field, such as mechanical, electrical, or engineering technology.
- Experience in regulated manufacturing, such as medical device, pharmaceutical, or food production.
- Experience operating automated manufacturing equipment.
- Knowledge of cGMP and FDA-regulated manufacturing practices.
Responsibilities
- Operate automated equipment during contact lens production, inspection, packaging, and sterilization.
- Troubleshoot and resolve equipment, process, and automation issues; document findings and communicate corrective actions.
- Perform in-process quality inspections and comply with cGMP, FDA, SOP, and other quality requirements.
- Review production data, shift logs, and process trends to support reliability, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with production leadership, engineering, maintenance, and quality teams to address operational challenges and optimize performance.
- Support preventive maintenance activities and escalate technical issues as appropriate.
- Train and mentor team members and participate in cross-training and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
- Follow safety procedures and contribute to operational excellence and workplace safety.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, eye health, disability, and life insurance beginning on hire date.
- 401(k) plan with company match and ongoing company contribution.
- Paid time off, including vacation (three weeks, prorated upon hire), floating holidays, and sick time.
- Employee incentive bonus.
- Tuition reimbursement for select degrees.
- Ongoing performance feedback and annual compensation review.
- Well-being benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
