Associate Technician (1st Shift)

EssilorLuxottica; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Retirement savings

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Job summary

EssilorLuxottica is seeking a Full-Time Production Associate in Overland Park, Kansas. The role involves supporting manufacturing processes in coating, finishing, and surfacing, requiring a high school diploma and 1+ years of experience in related fields. Responsibilities include operating machinery, inspecting lenses, and maintaining quality standards. The position demands attention to detail and strong communication skills while offering competitive pay and benefits including healthcare and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of related work experience, preferably in a manufacturing or lab setting.
• Ability to meet measurable production standards.
• Depth perception and manual dexterity required.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing processes in coating, finishing, and surfacing.
• Work as a Clipper, Inspector, Machine Operator, Beveler, Mounter, etc.
• Meet quality standards in a dynamic production environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Strong communication skills

Organizational abilities

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Requisition and Position

Requisition I D: 928309

Store #: E00577 Lab Ops - Edge Len

Position: Full-Time

Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information

Role Overview

The Production Associate will support manufacturing processes in coating, finishing, and surfacing.

General Function

Technical aptitude, attention to detail and the motivation to learn and grow professionally. If this describes you, consider aligning your career with Essilor.

Major Duties And Responsibilities

In The Coating Area, You May Work As

• A Clipper, clipping and securing lenses into baskets to begin the coating process.
• A Machine Operator, preparing and operating the coating machine to coat the lenses properly. This will include:
  • Loading machine chemicals.
  • Loading and unloading sectors with lenses.
• An Inspector, inspecting lenses to ensure that they are optically and cosmetically accurate.

In Finishing, You May Work As

• A Beveler, utilizing the bevel wheel to remove the sharp edges of the lens.
• A Mounter, inserting edged lenses to ensure proper fit and alignment, and inserting lenses into the frame while ensuring proper fit.
• An Edger Operator, using variety of edging machines to cut lenses down to proper size and shape to fit the appropriate frame.
• A Finish Layout preparer, readying uncut lenses for the edging process by outlining the center/alignment markings and affixing the chuck/block.
• A Tinter, accurately tinting all lenses.
• An inspector, checking lenses and frames to ensure quality standards are met.

In Surfacing, You May Work As

• A Surfacing Blocker, utilizing the blocking machine to accurately secure a block to all lenses going through the surfacing department. You'll operate taping equipment to apply protective tape to the front of the lenses.
• A Surface Finer/Polisher, operating the equipment used to fine and polish all lenses going through the surfacing depart.
• A Lens Washer, hand washing and drying lenses followed by a brief cosmetic inspection of the lenses. You'll grasp lenses with a de-blocking cup and strike it against the table to remove block from lenses, and also remove tape from lenses.

Basic Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• High mechanical aptitude.
• 1+ years of related work experience, such as in manufacturing; experience in lab settings is preferred but not required.
• The ability to meet measurable standards in a dynamic production environment. Depth perception and manual dexterity.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational abilities.
• Attention to detail.

You Need To Know

• This position requires that you stand and walk for the duration of any shift.
• You'll work with and around chemicals.
• Your work area may be wet and/or dirty and or have a strong smell.
• You should be willing and able to work overtime as needed.

Compensation and Benefits

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our business. Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.