Maintenance Technician 1st shift

1st Shift Maintenance Technician

At our proprietary lab in De Pere, WI, we manufacture quality eyewear for our eye care center patients at over 140 locations across the North and Midwest. With a focus on continuous improvement, we are always looking for motivated and innovative people that want to help us optimize the production and distribution of this process.

As part of our manufacturing team, you will have access to state-of-the-art lens processing and finishing equipment to efficiently produce high-quality eyewear to keep our patients seeing their best. Enjoy on-the-job training in a clean and comfortable work environment and benefits including a fixed schedule working 1st or 2nd shift, 401k with match, and paid time off.

Position Summary

Diagnose and repair Optical Lab equipment. Ensure preventive maintenance is completed on all lab equipment. Set up new lab equipment. Perform Optical Lab facility and grounds maintenance.

Optical Lab Maintenance

Understand each machines design and function

Diagnose and repair Optical Lab equipment

Complete weekly preventive maintenance on machines

Complete all daily job duties to include calibrations, blade changes, filter changes, etc.

Inspect, operate and test equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions

Document all repair and maintenance actions

Communicate with vendors to follow up on parts orders and equipment diagnosis

Optical Lab Facility Maintenance

Perform routine preventive maintenance

Ensure building systems operate efficiently

Perform all building maintenance to include HVAC, plumbing, lighting, electrical, landscaping, snow removal, etc. to meet standards

Training and Improvement

Attend training classes for new equipment

Engage in on-going training with Maintenance Lead

Remain current on new product information

Learn to prioritize responsibilities to ensure exceptional internal and external customer service

Maintain Safe Work Environment

Follow all company and lab policies and guidelines

Adhere to safety guidelines and OSHA regulations

Perform stretching before reporting to workstation

Minimum Knowledge, Experience & Skills Requirements:

High School Graduate or equivalent

Preferably 2 years of equipment maintenance experience

Proven ability to repair sophisticated equipment

Optical experience a plus, but not required

Computer skills (Microsoft Office, Outlook, data entry, etc.)

Strong written and oral communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills

Analytical and decision-making skills

Self-motivated and detail oriented

Ability to multi-task and prioritize

Valid drivers license

Essential Functions & Work Requirements:

Ability to effectively communicate at all levels within the organization through written and two-way verbal communication

Able to read and write at a high school graduate level

Able to sit or stand for extended periods of time

Able to operate various office equipment and Optical Lab equipment

Demonstrate physical agility (bending, climbing, twisting, squatting, lifting, pushing, reaching, etc.) on a repetitive basis

Ability to lift an average of 25-35 pounds on a repetitive basis and up to 75 pounds

Ability to operate a pallet jack

Ability to see (Near, Distance, Color, and Depth Perception)

Manual and finger dexterity, as well as hand/arm steadiness

Ability to grip and hold items

Good eye and hand coordination

Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment

Ability to perform work in various departments within the lab based on business needs

Able to work normal and/or extended (evenings, nights, and weekends) office hours to meet established deadlines

Able to travel independently to support Company objectives and personal development

These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by teammates assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.