Gentex Sr. Production Technician C Shift

EssilorLuxottica Group; Dudley (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Retirement savings

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Job summary

EssilorLuxottica's Dudley, MA facility seeks a WCF Senior Technician to operate automated and manual wafer cutting and forming processes, ensuring safety and efficiency on shift. You will set up equipment, run Preco presses, manage ovens, form wafers, and perform quality checks while supporting LIFE principles.

The role requires 3–5 years of related experience, strong communication, and proficiency with MES, Excel, and Word.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED or equivalent.
• 3-5 years of similar experience.
• Proficient with Excel and Word.
• Proficient with MES application.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Ability to work well within a team.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Train the Trainer and TWI/JI certifications.
• Ability to analyze data.

Responsibilities

• Operate Preco press to cut wafers from laminate per schedule or KanBan.
• Load, manage timing and unload drying ovens.
• Load wafer canisters and operate automated feed stations.
• Load inline ovens on non-automated lines.
• Perform setup and changeovers on forming machines.
• Operate automated and manual forming machines.
• Respond to automation faults to restart equipment.
• Manage finished wafer inventory and conditioning time.
• Record checks for key process parameters and quality audits.
• Support LIFE principles and ensure consumables are stocked.
• Facilitate GO meetings at start of shift.
• Train WCF Technicians on the process.
• Support incoming testing of laminate sheets.
• Track die life and ensure quantities are on hand.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Lift up to 30 lbs

Strong interpersonal skills

Train the Trainer

TWI/JI certifications

Education

High School diploma/GED or equivalent

3-5 years of similar experience

Tools

Excel

Word

MES application

Job description

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Gentex Optics is part of EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of world-class vision care products, including iconic eyewear, advanced lens technology and cutting-edge digital solutions. Join our global community of over 200,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry. Discover more by following us on LinkedIn!

The Dudley, MA facility is home to Operations, Global Lens Engineering, and Research and Development teams that work together to develop, pilot and manufacture, semi-finished, polycarbonate lenses for premium markets. We also supply coatings, inks, inserts and other innovative products to customers throughout the world.

Our team members bring our mission to life each and every day by helping people see a brighter world.

JOB DESCRIPTION

GENERAL FUNCTION

The WCF (Wafer Cut and Form) Senior Technician is the on shift process expert for the operation of the automated and manual processes to cut, dry, preheat, form and store wafers while maintaining a safe and positive work environment

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure department follows all safety requirements as called out in area specific Job Safety Analysis
• Set up and operate Preco press to cut wafers from laminate based on a schedule or Kan Ban
• Load, manage timing and unload drying ovens
• Load wafer canisters and operate automated feed stations
• Load inline ovens on non automated lines
• Perform setup and changeovers on LEMA forming machines
• Operate automated and manual LEMA forming machines
• Respond to automation faults when needed to restart equipment
• Manage finished wafer inventory to ensure proper conditioning time
• Perform and record checks for key process parameters
• Perform and record quality audits on wafers for color, thickness, x/y dimensions, base curve, edge quality and other specifications as required
• Supports the deployment of the LIFE principles; Safety, Visual Management, 5S, Standard Work, Process Excellence and Problem Solving
• Responsible for ensuring the proper amounts of consumables and supplies are on hand
• Facilitates GO meetings at start of shift
• Trains WCF Technicians on all aspects of the WCF process
• Performs and/or supports incoming testing of laminate sheets
• Tracks die life and ensures proper quantities are on hand

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma/ GED or equivalent
• 3-5 years of similar experience
• Proficient with Excel and Word
• Proficient with MES application
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Ability to work well within the team
• Strong Interpersonal skills
• Train the Trainer and TWI/JI certifications
• Ability to analyze data

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma/GED

Pay Range:22.05 -33.64

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.

• Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts.
• In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package.

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