Automated Production Technician III

Bausch & Lomb GmbH; City of Rochester (NY); In loco; USD 26.000 - 37.000; Tempo pieno

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Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401K Plan with company match

Paid time off – vacation, floating hol

Sick time

Descrizione del lavoro

Bausch & Lomb GmbH is seeking an Automated Production Technician (Manufacturing Associate III) to operate highly automated manufacturing equipment for contact lens production, while ensuring quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.

You will troubleshoot, document corrective actions, and perform in-process quality inspections per cGMP/FDA standards. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive reliability, efficiency, and continuous improvement on 12-hour shifts.

Competenze

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Troubleshooting skills in a manufacturing environment.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Willingness to work 12-hour shifts.

Mansioni

• Operate highly automated manufacturing equipment across production, inspection, packaging, and sterilization.
• Troubleshoot equipment and document actions; communicate corrective actions.
• Perform in-process quality inspections per cGMP and FDA requirements.
• Review production data and shift logs to support reliability and efficiency.
• Collaborate with production leadership, engineering, maintenance, and quality teams to optimize performance.
• Support preventive maintenance activities and escalate issues as needed.
• Train and mentor teammates; participate in cross-training.
• Follow safety procedures and contribute to operational excellence.

Conoscenze

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Quality compliance

Basic computer skills

Formazione

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or technical certification

Strumenti

Automated manufacturing equipment

cGMP knowledge

Descrizione del lavoro

Position Summary

The Automated Production Technician (Manufacturing Associate III) will safely operate highly automated manufacturing equipment used in the production of contact lenses while ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory standards.

Compensation and Incentives

• $19.00 - $27.00 per hour
• Night Shift differential: $1.25 per hour
• $500 Quarterly Bonus target

Key Responsibilities

• Operate highly automated manufacturing equipment across various phases of the contact lens manufacturing process, including production, inspection, packaging, and sterilization.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment, process, and automation issues while documenting findings and communicating corrective actions.
• Perform in-process quality inspections and ensure compliance with cGMP, FDA, SOP, and quality requirements.
• Review production data, shift logs, and process trends to support reliability, efficiency, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with production leadership, engineering, maintenance, and quality teams to address operational challenges and optimize performance.
• Support preventive maintenance activities and *escalate* technical issues as appropriate.
• Train and mentor team members while actively participating in cross-training and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
• Follow all safety procedures and contribute to a culture of operational excellence and workplace safety.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years of manufacturing experience; equivalent combinations of education, technical training, certifications, and experience will be considered.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in a manufacturing environment.
• Basic computer skills and willingness to learn new systems and applications.
• Basic math skills including addition and subtraction.
• Ability to work a 12-hour shift schedule, including overtime as needed.
• Strong attention to detail, communication, teamwork, and commitment to quality.
• Demonstrate a strong work ethic and proactive initiative.
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and collaborative workplace culture.
• Model a high level of ownership, accountability, and resiliency.

Preferred Requirements

• Associate degree or technical certification in a related field such as mechanical, electrical, or engineering technology.
• Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment such as medical device, pharmaceutical, or food production.
• Experience operating automated manufacturing equipment.
• Knowledge of cGMP and FDA-regulated manufacturing practices.

Day and Night Shifts Available

• Day Shift: 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
• Night Shift: 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM
• 2-2-3 rotating schedule with built-in overtime and scheduled days off
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform routine production and inspection activities.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

We offer competitive salaries & excellent benefits including:

• Medical, Dental, Eye Health, Disability and Life Insurance begins on your hire date.
• 401K Plan with company match and ongoing company contribution.
• Paid time off – vacation (3 weeks - prorated upon hire), floating holidays and sick time.
• Employee Incentive Bonus.
• Ongoing performance feedback and annual compensation review.

This position may be available in the following location(s): Rochester, New York

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

For U.S. locations that require disclosure of compensation, the starting pay for this role is between $19.00 and $27.00 per hour. The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors.

U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and/or long-term incentives. They may also be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, disability and life insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, a tuition reimbursement program (select degrees), company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive sick time, floating holidays and paid vacation.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.