Technician III, Lab

ZEISS Group

About The Position

How many companies can say they’ve been in business for over 179 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 Technician III is a senior level position. Under minimal supervision where operations and sequences are specified by written and verbal instructions and established practices, the Lab Tech III will perform a wide range of tasks ranging from routine to more advanced or difficult tasks associated with the lens manufacturing processes. Sound Interesting? Here's what you'll do: Maintaining appropriate production reports. Understanding of lens coatings. Understanding of optical equipment and troubleshooting. Intermediate level lens inspection. Knowledge of DVI operating system (or compatible). Ability to consult with customers on various issues. Purchasing / receiving of lenses and / or frames. Invoicing and billing. Tinting of lenses. Produce drill mounts. Package sorting and shipping. Organizational skills. Blocking, spot, taping and foco Performs routine, semi-routine, and complex 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. Employ troubleshooting techniques to determine cause of instrument failure and implement repairs where necessary Complies with all safety regulations as well as maintains a clean and safe work environment. Maintain appropriate written and/or computer documentation. Generally assigned certain tasks within a specified department but has knowledge to perform majority of the tasks within a specified department. May receive cross training in other departments. Maintains a clean working environment. Follows safety standards and reports any safety concerns to leadership. Performs other duties as assigned. Participates in meetings to enhance departmental communication and efficiency. Works in different workstations or product lines as production needs require. Trains peers.

Requirements

HSD / GED
3-5 years related experience
3 years optical experience
Manufacturing experience
Full knowledge of at least one department and basic knowledge of the entire lab
Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time
Must have successfully completed Assembly and Finish Training
Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues
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 list 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
May require vision and / or color hue recognition testing (Required for tinters)

Nice To Haves

ABO Certification preferred

Responsibilities

Maintaining appropriate production reports.
Understanding of lens coatings.
Understanding of optical equipment and troubleshooting.
Intermediate level lens inspection.
Knowledge of DVI operating system (or compatible).
Ability to consult with customers on various issues.
Purchasing / receiving of lenses and / or frames.
Invoicing and billing.
Tinting of lenses.
Produce drill mounts.
Package sorting and shipping.
Organizational skills.
Blocking, spot, taping and foco Performs routine, semi-routine, and complex 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.
Employ troubleshooting techniques to determine cause of instrument failure and implement repairs where necessary
Complies with all safety regulations as well as maintains a clean and safe work environment.
Maintain appropriate written and/or computer documentation.
Generally assigned certain tasks within a specified department but has knowledge to perform majority of the tasks within a specified department.
May receive cross training in other departments.
Maintains a clean working environment.
Follows safety standards and reports any safety concerns to leadership.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Participates in meetings to enhance departmental communication and efficiency.
Works in different workstations or product lines as production needs require.
Trains peers.