Technician I, Lab

ZEISS • Blackwood, NJ

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About The Position

About Us: How many companies can say they’ve been in business for over 177 years?! Here at ZEISS, we certainly can! As the pioneers of science, ZEISS handles the everchanging environments in a fast-paced world, meeting it with cutting edge of technologies and continuous advancements. ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change. We have a diverse range of portfolios throughout the ZEISS family in segments like, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology, Consumer Markets and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology. We are a global company with over 42,000 employees and have over 4,000 in the US and Canada alone! Make a difference, come join the team! What’s the role? Lab Tech I is an entry level position. Under close supervision where operations and sequences are specified by written and verbal instructions and established practices, the Lab Tech I will perform routine production duties associated with the lens manufacturing processes.

Requirements

• HS Diploma or equivalent
• 0-2 years related experience
• Reliable, honest, dependable and be able to follow directions either written or verbal
• Customer Service Mindset
• Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time
• Be able perform repetitive movements with upper and lower extremities.
• Must be able to regularly lift 10 pounds.
• Must be able to excerpt up to 20 PSI with hands
• Requires ability to sustain lengthy periods of visual concentration and good hand/eye/foot coordination.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-task production environment.
• Have the ability to focus for long periods of time
• Have an eye for attention to detail and symmetry
• Have solid dexterity and mechanical skills
• Patience to fully see the task through is a must
• Ability to communicate with other associates in a clear, concise manner
• Professional demeanor
• General office/computer experience

Responsibilities

• Inventory: Stocking, Auditing, Picking
• Surfacing: Taping, Blocking, Ink Marking, Alloy Management, Generating, Engraving, De-blocking, Backside Coating, Wash-Up, Sorting, Routing, Tools, Fining, Polishing
• Coating: Scribing, Washline, Stripping, Sorting, Sandblasting
• Computer use.
• Performs routine production duties associated with various aspects of lens production paying close attention to quality, quantity and efficiency.
• Refer to the Job Matrix for further departmental specifics.
• Qualifies and inspect product to ensure compliance with CZV specifications and standards.
• Comply with all safety regulations as well as maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Maintain appropriate written and/or computer documentation.
• Generally assigned some tasks within a specified department but may receive cross training on new tasks.
• Additional tasks as needed.
• Participate in meetings to enhance departmental communication and efficiency.
• May be assigned to different workstations or product lines as production needs require.
• May train peers.

Benefits

• Medical (HSA, PPO, HRA, plus! Telemedicine)
• Vision, simply amazing coverage, $0 Single/Bifocal/Trifocal lenses! Plus, many additional discounts and savings.
• Dental (PPO and PPO Buy-up)
• 401k Matching! .67/1.00 up to 6%, vested immediately! Plus an additional 2% (on a 3 yr vest)
• Flex Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Programs: Emotional Well-being support, Financial, Legal Services, Identity theft protection and more!)
• MetLife plans: Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Home/Auto discounts and more
• Vacation and sick pay

What This Job Offers

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