Associate Technician / 2nd shift

Walman; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 27,262 - 39,082; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Retirement savings

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Job summary

Walman is seeking a Full-Time Associate Technician in Kent, Washington. The role includes the setup, operation, and basic maintenance of lab production equipment. Candidates must have a high school diploma and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. The position pays between $19.79 to $28.37 per hour and may include benefits such as health care and paid time off. Applicants should be able to lift up to 50 pounds and demonstrate a cooperative attitude with colleagues.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds.
• Willingness to assist others and cooperate.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and maintain equipment for lab production.
• Perform various tasks of area production machine functions.
• Communicate effectively with laboratory levels.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Basic math skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Requisition I: 928212 — Store #: WM0133 Optical Direct Edge & Mount KENT

Position: Full‑Time

General Function

The Associate Technician is responsible for the set‑up, operation, and basic maintenance of equipment within the assigned area for work tasks/jobs in surface or finish portions of lab production.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform various tasks of area production machine functions
• Interpretation of Rx work ticket
• Perform production operations on specified equipment in accordance with established procedures
• Perform basic/routine maintenance of assigned equipment
• Ability to troubleshoot mal‑functioning equipment and advise supervisor as to possible remedy
• Specific tasks include but are not limited to:
  • Lens wash
  • Tool selection / replacement
  • Equipment set up for daily production
  • Equipment clean up at day’s end
  • Prepare all necessary solutions or slurry mixtures for lens production process (when applicable) and insure sufficient supplies are available.
• Perform daily and weekly calibration of equipment as directed by area supervisor and in accordance with established divisional operation procedures.
• Effectively communicate with all levels of the laboratory to assure understanding and the proper application of company policies, practices and procedure.
• Maintain work area and common areas of department in a neat, clean, and organized condition.
• Understand and follow all company and laboratory policies and procedures and ensure compliance with all attendance & safety rules and regulations. Maintain confidentiality of all proprietary information.
• Willingly assist others as necessary to keep work current, meet deadlines or maintain an even workload. Cooperate with other employees and demonstrate a good attitude. Perform an acceptable quantity and quality of work on time as required.
• Provide proper training, work direction, and technical guidance for less experienced employees. Attend in‑house or sponsored training meetings when necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

This position requires exposure to one or more hazardous substances/chemicals which requires safety training.

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent work experience
• Ability to multi‑task, orientation to detail and ability to operate in a fast‑paced environment.
• Basic high school level math skills required
• Ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds

Pay Range: 19.79 - 28.37

Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts.

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.