Associate Technician

Associate Technician

If you've worn a pair of glasses, we've already met. We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products. In our dynamic environment, fueled by technology and innovation, our people have the space to pioneer new solutions. Join our global community of over 200,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry.

Job Description General Functions

The primary focus of this position is to perform duties in a manufacturing environment, within areas include Surfacing, Finishing, and Coating. All duties and procedures are to be performed according to the established standard and in compliance with all company and governing body policies. It is required that this position maintain regular, prompt attendance and availability for overtime as needed. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Coating Clipping: Clip and secure lenses into baskets to begin the coating process
• Machine Operator: Prepare and operate the coating machine to coat the lenses properly
• Load and unload sectors with lenses
• Inspection: Inspect lenses prior to and immediately after coatings process to ensure that they are optically, cosmetically accurate, and in compliance with work ticket
• Sandblasting: Disassemble and clean machines daily including the sandblasting of the parts
• Finishing Mounting: Accurately apply drill holes to the lenses to ensure proper fit and alignment of the lenses and insert lenses into the frame while ensuring proper fit. May utilize the bevel wheel to remove the sharp edges of the lens
• Edging Operator: Operate a variety of edging machines to cut lenses down to proper size and shape to fit the appropriate frame
• Finish Layout: prepare an uncut lens for the edging process by outlining the center/alignment markings and affixing the chuck/block
• Tinting: Accurately tint all lenses going through the tinting department
• Surfacing Lens Preparation: Prepare Lens for surfacing process which includes de-boxing of product, taping exposed lens, and tray up
• Machine Operator Taping: Operate taping equipment to apply protective tape to the front of the lenses
• Surfacing Blocker: Utilize the blocking machine to accurately secure a block to all lenses going through the surfacing department
• Generator Operator: Operate the generator machine used to cut the lenses to the correct prescription
• Surface Finer/Polisher: Operate the equipment used to fine and polish all lenses going through the surfacing department
• Spin Coat Operator: Operate the coating machine to apply spin coat and perform a cosmetic inspection of the lenses
• Lens Washer: Hand wash and dry lenses followed by a brief cosmetic inspection of the lenses. Grasp lens with de-blocking cup and strike against table to remove block from lenses. Remove tape from lenses

Basic Qualifications

Able to work in a fast-paced production environment and regularly work with and communicate with others in a team Ability to read, write, and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence in English. Basic ability to add, subtract, understand decimal numerical sequencing, and accurately compare number and letter sequences Requires use of close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus Capable of coordinated use of hands and fingers to grasp, feel objects, transfer small items from one hand to another, fine manipulation,and bilateral reach with arms Ability to plan, organize, develop, implement interpret,goals,objectives, policies and procedures of the organization, multi-task, prioritize, and use good judgement Able to stand in one place for 10-12 hours a day Capable of completing activities that include repetitive motions

Preferred Qualifications

High School education or equivalent Previous related experience and/or training