RXO - Production Technician (D Shift)

EssilorLuxottica Group • Farmers Branch, TX

6d

About The Position

Production Associates in an optical lab help create prescription eyewear by preparing, shaping, cleaning, assembling, and inspecting lenses and frames in a production environment. Associates work as part of a team to ensure finished eyeglasses meet quality standards and are ready for shipment. Employees focus on one production area initially, with cross-training planned so they may work in other areas in the future.

In coating, work may include clipping lenses into baskets, operating coating machines, loading chemicals and lens sectors, and inspecting lenses for optical and cosmetic accuracy. In finishing, work may include beveling lens edges, mounting lenses into frames, operating edging machines, preparing lenses for edging, tinting lenses, and inspecting lenses and frames. In surfacing, work may include blocking lenses, applying protective tape, operating fining and polishing equipment, and washing, drying, and inspecting lenses. Lens washing also involves removing blocks and tape from lenses.

Requirements

• Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without visa transfer or sponsorship.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Ability to meet measurable standards in a dynamic production environment.
• Depth perception, fine motor skills, and manual dexterity.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to walk and stand for the duration of the shift.
• Ability to perform repetitive movements with upper and lower extremities.
• Ability to regularly lift 10 pounds.
• Job experience may be considered in place of a high school diploma or GED.

Nice To Haves

• Manufacturing experience is a plus.
• A resume is appreciated but not required.

Responsibilities

• Clip and secure lenses into baskets to begin the coating process.
• Prepare and operate coating machines, including loading chemicals and loading and unloading lens sectors.
• Inspect lenses for optical and cosmetic accuracy.
• Use a bevel wheel to remove sharp edges from lenses.
• Insert edged lenses into frames and ensure proper fit and alignment.
• Operate edging machines to cut lenses to the correct size and shape for frames.
• Prepare uncut lenses for edging by outlining center and alignment markings and affixing the chuck or block.
• Tint lenses accurately.
• Inspect lenses and frames to ensure quality standards are met.
• Use a blocking machine to secure blocks to lenses and operate taping equipment to apply protective tape.
• Operate equipment to fine and polish lenses.
• Hand wash and dry lenses and perform a brief cosmetic inspection.
• Use a de-blocking cup to remove blocks from lenses and remove tape.
• Work as part of a production team and cross-train in other production areas as needed.

Benefits

• Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and employee discounts.
• A competitive bonus and/or commission plan may be offered.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED