Maintenance Lead - 1st Shift

Shoptikal•De Pere, WI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

At our proprietary lab in De Pere, WI, we manufacture quality eyewear for our eye care center patients at over 140 locations across the North and Midwest. With a focus on continuous improvement, we are always looking for motivated and innovative people that want to help us optimize the production and distribution of this process. As part of our manufacturing team, you will have access to state-of-the-art lens processing and finishing equipment to efficiently produce high-quality eyewear to keep our patients seeing their best. Enjoy on-the-job training in a clean and comfortable work environment and benefits including a fixed schedule working 1st shift, 401k with match, and paid time off. Now Hiring 1st Shift - $500 Sign on Bonus Are you looking for an opportunity to work in a progressive manufacturing environment where your work means bringing clear sight to our patients? Shopko Optical is seeking Production Specialists to join our team at our manufacturing facility in De Pere, Wisconsin.

Requirements

High School Graduate or GED
Minimum 2 years of previous related experience in optical (eyewear) manufacturing, retail or other relevant leadership experience
Demonstrated hands on leadership capability
Exceptional organizational skills
Sound decision-making ability
Professional written and oral communication skills
Interpersonal skills
Ability to problem solve in a professional and timely manner
Critical thinking and analytical skills
Detail oriented
Self-motivated
Ability to multi-task and prioritize
Time management skills
Ability to trouble shoot in a production environment
Valid Driver’s License
Ability to effectively communicate at all levels within the organization through written and two-way verbal communication
Able to read and write at a high school graduate level
Able to sit or stand for extended periods of time
Able to operate various Optical Lab equipment and office equipment
Demonstrate physical agility (bending, climbing, twisting, squatting, lifting, pushing, reaching, etc.) on a repetitive basis
Ability to lift an average of 25-35 pounds on a repetitive basis and up to 75 pounds
Ability to climb to heights up to 50 feet
Ability to see (Near, Distance, Color, and Depth Perception)
Manual and finger dexterity, as well as hand/arm steadiness
Ability to grip and hold items
Good eye and hand coordination
Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment
Ability to perform work in various departments within the lab based on business needs
Able to work independently with minimal supervision
Able to work normal and/or extended (evenings, nights, and weekends) office hours to meet established deadlines
Able to travel independently to support company objectives and personal development (occasional airline travel is required)

Nice To Haves

Preferably 3 years of experience with optical lab equipment, manufacturing equipment maintenance or similar field
Ability to operate a pallet jack and high reach lift (training provided)

Responsibilities

Assist Maintenance Manager with the day-to-day operations of the department’s functions and duties.
Coordinate the maintenance of all optical equipment in a timely, efficient and detailed manner.
Provide quality service to the Optical Lab.
Train Maintenance Technicians as well as coordinate their daily work activities.
Ensure Optical Lab equipment installations, maintenance and repairs are completed accurately, efficiently and at the most opportune time.
Ensure accuracy of maintenance paperwork and record keeping.
Plan preventive maintenance to ensure timely completion.
Schedule adequate coverage to limit wait times for Lab.
Ensure all areas of the Optical Lab facility and grounds are properly maintained.
Follow proper procedures when Optical Lab facility issues are reported.
Perform equipment maintenance duties alongside maintenance department teammates.
Ensure maintenance department teammates have received applicable Optical Lab training to perform all aspects of their job including safe and efficient maintenance operations in addition to work and safety procedures as outlined in their respective job description.
Ensure maintenance team is up to date on product and part availability.
Attend vendor seminars for repair and preventive maintenance training on all new and automated equipment.
Engage in on-going training along with maintenance team to diagnose a variety of equipment related issues.
Provide manager with input for teammate’s performance reviews and development plans.
Partner with teammates in maintenance department to give performance feedback.
Recommend or implement measures to motivate teammates and to improve morale, production methods, efficiency, equipment performance, productivity and product quality.
Ensure teammates follow all Optical Lab and company policies and adhere to safety related guidelines and OSHA regulations.
Ensure machinery is operating safely and effectively.
Perform stretching before reporting to workstation.