Lab Technician - II

ZEISS Group; Toronto; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company, ZEISS Group, seeks a Lab Technician II in Toronto. In this intermediate role, you’ll contribute to lens manufacturing, performing routine tasks, and supporting quality improvements while working in a collaborative environment. Join us to leverage your skills in a dynamic industry.

Benefits

Medical

Vision

Dental

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off including vacation

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of related experience required.
• Effective communication skills in English.
• Ability to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine duties related to lens manufacturing.
• Collect data such as KPIs and support problem-solving.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment.

Skills

Dependability

Communication

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Customer service mindset

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

About Us:

How many companies can say they’ve been in business for over 170 years?!

Here at ZEISS, we certainly can! As pioneers of science, ZEISS handles the ever-changing environments in a fast-paced world, meeting it with cutting-edge technologies and continuous advancements. ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are 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, including over 4,000 in the US and Canada alone! Make a difference, come join the team!

Location/Region: This position is located in the Toronto area.

What’s the role?

As a Lab Technician, you will work with an outstanding team that plays a vital role in Carl Zeiss Vision. Showcase your skills and experience with process enhancement.

Sound Interesting?

Here’s what you’ll do:

Lab Technician II is an intermediate position. Working under minimal supervision, following written and verbal instructions and established practices, you will perform routine and semi-routine duties related to lens manufacturing, collect data such as KPIs, and support problem-solving.

• Use personal protective equipment as required.
• Follow safety guidelines and understand safety protocols.
• Create and maintain an organized workspace following 5S principles.
• Possess knowledge of, and perform tasks within, your department with a good understanding of the entire lab. Advanced knowledge of processes in two or more departments is required. Able to perform duties at 90% of the positions within your department.
• Handle various tasks within your department with minimal supervision. Have intermediate optical knowledge and be able to perform all duties of a Lab Tech I.
• Troubleshoot work: identify and correct deviations from work instructions, ensure correct parameters are collected, support corrective actions for out-of-spec conditions, and understand common faults and solutions.
• Understand lab operating systems and software.
• Perform routine and semi-routine production duties, focusing on quality, quantity, and efficiency.
• Inspect products for compliance with specifications and standards.
• Follow safety regulations and maintain a clean, safe work environment.
• Apply fixes to common problems to improve quality and prevent defects.
• Assist in calibrating machinery within your work area.
• Refer to the Job Matrix for departmental specifics.
• Maintain documentation, either written or digital.
• Perform tasks within your department and cross-train in others as needed.

Secondary Responsibilities:

• Participate in meetings to improve departmental communication and efficiency.
• Work at different stations or lines as production requires.
• Train peers as needed.

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[Optional] Working Environment:

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Benefits:

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• RPP
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off including vacation, personal, and sick days

Equal Opportunity Employer: ZEISS is committed to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 2-3 years of related experience
• Dependable, honest, able to follow instructions
• Positive attitude and eagerness to learn
• Effective communication skills in English
• Basic analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to troubleshoot and escalate issues
• Vision and/or color hue recognition testing may be required
• Customer service mindset
• Physical ability to sit, stand, twist, bend, lift up to 10 pounds, and exert up to 20 PSI pressure with hands
• Flexible schedule and willingness to work overtime
• Ability to work independently or in a team
• Good visual concentration and coordination
• Attention to detail, dexterity, patience, and professionalism
• Basic office/computer skills

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team: Jo Anne Mittelman

COVID-19 Considerations:

Employment is conditional upon proof of full COVID-19 vaccination approved by Health Canada or WHO, to be submitted within 14 days of start date.

Accommodation:

ZEISS provides accessible and inclusive employment practices. Contact us if you require accommodations during the recruitment process.