Lab Tech 1 Allegheny County 15205 (M-F 8:00am-5pm)

ABB Optical Group•Pittsburgh, PA

3d•$16 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

The Optical Lab Technician is responsible for timely, efficient, and accurate processing of products in the Digital Eye Lab. Technicians are assigned one core function that occupies most of their daily schedule and may be expected to perform additional functions as business needs dictate. Entry-level technicians receive training to perform the minimum key responsibilities for their lab or department. After six months of service, a proficient technician completes a skills assessment and can perform all applicable key responsibilities for their lab or department. The position involves processing optical lenses and frames using production equipment, precision instruments, and hand tools; inspecting and handling products; and supporting production goals and safe, orderly operations. The work takes place in a climate-controlled manufacturing facility with moderate noise. Travel is minimal, if any.

Requirements

Entry-level applicants need no specific prior work experience.
Ability to follow procedures and contribute as an individual and as a team member.
For proficient status, at least six months of experience in the same or a similar position before a skills assessment.
Frequent use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reaching with hands and arms; and the ability to talk and hear.
Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Specific vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Prior experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
Computer literacy.
Attention to detail.

Responsibilities

Use a tracing machine to measure frames; print and match paperwork to trays; locate and pull lenses according to job tickets; deliver trays for scanning, verification, and re-boxing.
Invoice and package finished jobs, then scan and bin them into the appropriate customer box for shipping.
Sort and receive frames into the system and place them in appropriate colored trays.
Secure optical lenses or blanks in holding tools for generating, polishing, and coating; operate equipment, clear machine errors, and maintain production tools.
Operate finishing equipment and clear machine errors; mount, secure, and align finished lenses in frames using precision hand tools; edge lenses so they can be inserted into frames.
Tint lenses to specified colors, mark them to achieve the proper tint axis, and change tint colors as needed.
Unload lenses into trays, mark and inspect lenses, sort and pre-inspect lenses, and operate anti-reflective coating machines.
Remove processed surfaced lenses from alloy blocks and reclaim the alloy in a reclaim tank.
Inspect lens blanks for surface flaws; examine prescriptions and work orders using precision instruments; wash and clean lenses and eyeglasses with cloths and solvents; perform cosmetic inspections.
Work toward daily production expectations and meet or exceed performance thresholds in core and secondary job functions.
Follow documented standard operating procedures and report product, process, or reporting defects and inefficiencies to supervisory personnel.
Participate in scheduled team, department, and company meetings; contribute to discussions and provide feedback to maintain and improve the work environment.
Keep the work area clean, organized, and prepared for the next shift, with items in designated locations.
Use proper handling techniques and equipment to minimize damage and reduce injuries; follow OSHA and company safety guidelines, policies, and regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance, depending on eligibility and position.
Life and group life insurance.
Voluntary supplemental life insurance.
Supplemental health benefits, including critical illness, hospital, and accident coverage.
Short- and long-term disability.
Paid family leave where applicable by state law.
401(k) plan.
Tuition reimbursement.
Eyewear discounts.
Paid vacation and/or sick time for eligible U.S. employees.
Paid holidays for eligible U.S. employees.
Birthday PTO for eligible U.S. employees.
The position may be eligible for a bonus and/or commission plan, subject to the applicable plan terms.