Manufacturing-Optical Lab Technician (Monday-Friday 10am-7pm)

Manufacturing-Optical Lab Technician (Monday-Friday 10am-7pm) Job Summary and Objective The Lab Technician is responsible for the timely, efficient, and accurate processing of products in the lab. Lab Technicians will be assigned an essential function, where they will perform the predominant portion of their daily work schedule, and will be expected to perform additional essential functions as business needs dictate. Use a tracing machine to measure frames; print and match paperwork to corresponding trays; read job tickets to determine the location of lenses needed and pull from bins to place correctly in trays; deliver trays to the appropriate location to be scanned, verified and de-boxed. Invoice and package finished jobs; scan and bin jobs into the proper customer box to be shipped. Sort and receive frames into the system, placing frames in appropriate colored trays. Secure optical lenses/blanks in holding tools for generating, polishing, and coating; operate equipment and clear machine errors; maintain tools for production equipment. Operate finishing equipment and clear out machine errors; mount, secure and align finished lenses in frames using precision hand tools; edge lenses appropriately so that the lens can be inserted into frames. Place lenses in lens holders and tint to the specified color; mark lenses appropriately to achieve proper tint axis; change tint colors as needed. Unload lenses into lens trays; mark and inspect lenses; sort and pre-inspect lenses and operate AR coating machines. Remove processed surfaced lenses from alloy blocks at the end of the surfacing process and reclaim the alloy in a reclaim tank. Inspect lens blanks to detect surface flaws; examine prescriptions and work orders according to standards using precision instruments; wash and clean lenses and eyeglasses using cloths and solvents; perform cosmetic inspection. Work daily toward meeting production expectations set by management. Always perform and comply with all job functions according to documented standard operating procedures. Meet or exceed established performance thresholds in all core and secondary job functions. Report all known product, process, and/or reporting defects and inefficiencies to supervisory personnel. Participate in team, department, and company-wide meetings as scheduled; actively contribute to team discussions and provide feedback to maintain and improve the work environment. Ensure that the work area is clean and organized and prepared for the next shift with all items in their designated locations. Utilize proper handling techniques and equipment to minimize damages and reduce injuries. Follow and uphold all OSHA and company safety guidelines, policies, and regulations. Ability to work overtime as business needs dictate. Other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities None Qualifications Required Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent, or equivalent experience is required for full-time employment. Entry-level: No specific prior work experience required; training provided to enable employees to perform the minimum essential functions identified by their respective lab/department. Proficient: Minimum six (6) months of optical manufacturing experience in the same or a similar position prior to skills assessment to determine ability to perform all applicable essential functions identified by their respective lab/department. Ability to follow procedures and contribute as an individual and a team member. Desired Qualifications Prior experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, bend, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus are required. Compensation & Benefits For US Candidates Compensation Range The anticipated base salary range for this position is $17.00 per hour. This represents the good‑faith estimate of the compensation range at the time of posting. Actual pay will be based on job‑related factors, which may include: Geographic location Relevant experience Education and qualifications Job‑related skills Internal equity considerations Applicable minimum wage laws This position may also be eligible for a bonus and/or commission plan, subject to the terms of the applicable plan. Full‑time employees and/or their eligible dependents may be eligible to participate in the following Company‑sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, group life insurance, voluntary supplemental life insurance, supplemental health benefits (critical illness, hospital, accident), short‑ and long‑term disability, paid family leave (applicable states), 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and eyewear discounts. Part‑time employees do not receive benefits. US full‑time employees are eligible for the following time‑off benefits: Vacation and/or Sick time Holiday pay Birthday PTO Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, ABB Optical will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need assistance in the application and hiring process. To request a reasonable accommodation (please provide your name and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner), email View email address on click.appcast.io. ABB Optical is an affirmative action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. The compensation and benefits information set forth in this posting applies to candidates hired in the United States. Candidates hired outside the United States will be eligible for compensation and benefits in accordance with their local market. #J-18808-Ljbffr