Intraocular Lens Production Operator I

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a Machine Operator I to set up, operate, and monitor equipment used in intraocular lens production, ensuring GMP-compliant processes and continuous production flow. You will perform equipment checks, record data, and collaborate with team members to maintain quality, safety, and efficiency across acrylics and PEG operations.

Candidates with a technical certification and 1+ year manufacturing experience are preferred, with

Qualifications

• Technical certification from an accredited institution in electronics, electricity, refrigeration, mechanics, or a related discipline.
• At least one year of general work experience if not using certification; associate degree may qualify.
• Manufacturing Operator or similar production experience preferred.
• Experience setting up equipment and adjusting manufacturing parameters—including cutting machines, microscopes, comparators, optical benches, or interferometers—is preferred.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, including addition, subtraction, decimals, and percentages.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing data and statistics.
• Basic computer skills for data entry, documentation, and routine manufacturing-system transactions.
• Ability to read and follow procedures, specifications, production orders, and equipment instructions.
• Strong attention to detail, reliability, teamwork, communication, and commitment to safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor assigned manufacturing equipment to process lens production orders in accordance with approved procedures and specifications.
• Monitor machine performance, product quality, and process conditions; take timely corrective action within established procedures and escalate abnormalities as required.
• Perform required equipment checks, process tests, measurements, and parameter adjustments to support reliable operation and specification compliance.
• Use mathematical calculations and measuring devices to prepare equipment, verify settings, and evaluate process results.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and inspection-ready work area and complete routine cleaning and basic preventive maintenance activities.
• Support continuous production flow by coordinating with team members, completing line clearance, and communicating equipment or process issues.
• Accurately complete production orders, equipment logs, charts, and system transactions; record accepted and rejected quantities and other required process information.
• Follow GMP, EHS, quality, waste‑handling, and environmental requirements at all times.
• Area-Specific Responsibilities: Acrylics/Lens Generation – Set up production orders on the manufacturing line and operate applicable equipment and measuring devices used to produce intraocular lenses.
• Area-Specific Responsibilities: PEG – Manage, use, and dispose of reagents, processing supplies, and liquid and solid waste in accordance with EHS requirements.
• Wash PEG fixture trays, operate the washer, and support continuous material flow through unloading and cleaning activities.

Skills

Math calculations

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Basic computer skills

Education

Technical certification in electronics / electricity / refrigeration / mechanics

Job description

Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a Machine Operator I to set up, operate, and monitor equipment used in intraocular lens production, ensuring GMP-compliant processes and continuous production flow. You will perform equipment checks, record data, and collaborate with team members to maintain quality, safety, and efficiency across acrylics and PEG operations.

Candidates with a technical certification and 1+ year manufacturing experience are preferred, with