About The Position

ABB OPTICAL GROUP is hiring full-time Lab Technicians at its Erlanger, Kentucky location. Technicians may train in multiple laboratory areas suited to their skills, including operating CNC machinery and other specialized equipment, receiving frames and orders, shipping lenses and frames, performing thin-film coating processes, assembling frames with hand tools, learning processes for different lens types and manufacturers, and carrying out quality control. The work takes place in a fast-paced environment and includes opportunities to cross-train in other areas of the lab. First-shift hours are Monday through Friday, 4:45 a.m.–1:15 p.m. Second-shift hours are Monday through Friday, 1:30 p.m.–10:00 p.m. The posting describes a $2.00 shift differential for second shift and also refers to a differential for third shift. Overtime opportunities are available in most departments. The anticipated base pay range is $15.50–$17.50 per hour; the position may also be eligible for a bonus and/or commission plan. Benefits listed include paid time off, insurance coverage, a 401(k) plan with company match, and tuition reimbursement. The work environment is temperature controlled, with casual dress.

Requirements

  • Be at least 18 years old.
  • Be a team player with a positive attitude and strive to perform at one's best daily.
  • Have attention to detail, accuracy, repetition, and fine motor skills.
  • Be able to stand for most of the shift and work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Be able to frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach throughout the shift.
  • Be able to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
  • Follow the company's core values of Passion, Accountability, Customer Focus, and One Team.

Responsibilities

  • Operate CNC machinery and other laboratory equipment.
  • Receive incoming frames and orders to begin the manufacturing process.
  • Ship lenses and frames to multiple locations across the United States.
  • Operate equipment in thin-film coating processes.
  • Assemble different types of frames using hand tools.
  • Learn and perform processes for different lens types and manufacturers.
  • Learn and perform quality-control processes.
  • Work safely and quickly in a fast-paced environment.
  • Cross-train in additional areas around the lab.

Benefits

  • Three weeks of paid time off per year, increasing with tenure.
  • Health, dental, disability, life, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with a 3.5% company match.
  • Up to $5,250 in tuition reimbursement per year.
  • Promotions may be available as soon as 90 days after hire through the Career Pathways program.
  • Overtime opportunities in most departments.
  • US employee time-off benefits include vacation and/or sick time, holiday pay, and birthday PTO.
  • The position may be eligible for a bonus and/or commission plan.
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