Manufacturing Operator - Entry Level (3rd Shift)

EssilorLuxottica; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that is a global leader in eyewear and eye care. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment focused on innovation and technology. As part of a dedicated team, you will engage in various manufacturing processes, ensuring high-quality standards for lenses and frames. With a commitment to operational excellence, the company provides a supportive atmosphere for professional growth and development. If you have a mechanical aptitude and a passion for learning, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health care benefits

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of related manufacturing experience; lab experience preferred.
• Ability to meet standards in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and operate coating machines, including loading chemicals and lenses.
• Fit lenses into frames and ensure quality checks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Requisition ID: 885880

Position: Full-Time

Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information

We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products such as the Essilor brand, with Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest, and Transitions, as well as iconic brands like Ray-Ban, Oakley, Persol, and Oliver Peoples. Our network includes retail outlets such as Sunglass Hut, LensCrafters, and Target Optical, along with leading e-commerce platforms.

Our unique business model and commitment to operational excellence ensure that consumers worldwide have access to our products. We manage a global supply chain with advanced technology, focusing on centralization for frames and a capillary network for lens finishing and prescription labs. Our environment is dynamic, driven by technology and innovation, providing our people with opportunities to pioneer new solutions.

Join our global community of over 200,000 dedicated employees and help transform the eyewear and eye care industry. Discover more on LinkedIn!

GENERAL FUNCTION

Candidates should have technical aptitude, attention to detail, and motivation to learn and grow professionally. If this describes you, consider a career with Essilor.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

You will focus on one of the following areas, with cross-training opportunities in the future:

Coating Area

• A Clipper, securing lenses into baskets for coating.
• A Machine Operator, preparing and operating coating machines, including loading chemicals and lenses.
• An Inspector, ensuring lenses meet optical and cosmetic standards.

Finishing Area

• A Beveler, removing sharp edges of lenses.
• A Mounter, fitting lenses into frames.
• An Edger Operator, cutting lenses to size and shape.
• A Finish Layout Preparer, readying lenses for edging.
• A Tinter, tinting lenses.
• An Inspector, checking lens and frame quality.

Surfacing Area

• A Surfacing Blocker, securing lenses for surfacing.
• A Surface Finer/Polisher, finishing lenses.
• A Lens Washer, cleaning and inspecting lenses.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• High mechanical aptitude.
• At least 1 year of related manufacturing experience; lab experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to meet standards in a dynamic environment, with good depth perception and manual dexterity.
• Strong communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to stand and walk for shifts, work with chemicals, and work overtime as needed.

Pay Range: $17.58 - $24.82

Compensation includes potential bonuses, benefits such as health care, retirement, paid time off, and employee discounts. Employee pay depends on various factors including location, experience, and qualifications.

We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities upon request. Contact the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline or email [e-mail].

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, considering all qualified applicants without discrimination based on race, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics. Native Americans in the US receive preference as per Tribal Law.