Production Associate - 2nd Shift

PDS Consultants Inc.; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free pair of Raybans at 90 days of EMP

Job summary

PDS Optical in Louisville, KY is seeking a Quality Control Technician to work in our Optical Lab on Bishop Lane. This entry-level role involves inserting lenses, ensuring cosmetic quality, and preparing eyeglasses for shipment. You will work 4:30pm–1:00am, Monday to Friday, with on-the-job training.

Starting pay is $17.00 per hour. No prior experience is required; optical or production experience is helpful but not necessary.

Responsibilities

• Know the order of production and make sure "PRIORITY JOBS" run the line first
• Insert lenses into metal and plastic frames properly
• Four-point adjustment on frames
• Check the temple length, attach temples and exchange temples
• Check to see if the lenses are big, chipped, etc. then forward to supervisor.
• Align lenses and check for obvious defects.
• Keep your work area free and clear of non-related work items.
• Clean and straighten your work area at the end of your shift

Job description

PDS Optical is a SDVOSB Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business that manufactures a very large number of eyeglasses each day. We have Optical Laboratories in Louisville, KY and Fort Lauderdale, FL and manage many optical stores across the US and Puerto Rico. We take great pride in our product and are especially thankful to produce eyeglasses for United States Veterans. PDS Optical is an Equal Opportunity employer who values everyone and is committed to EEO for all. We consider our employees to be our most valuable asset and would love for you to consider joining our team.

PDS Optical is seeking a Quality Control Technician to work in our Optical Lab on Bishop Lane!

The Quality Control Technician is responsible for inserting lenses into the frame, cleaning appropriately, and for checking all the cosmetic properties that are pertinent to the order. As the final step in the production process, the Quality Control Technician is ultimately responsible for ensuring the eyeglasses are ready to be shipped to the customer.

This is an entry-level position with the hours of 4:30pm to 1:00am, Monday - Friday. The starting pay rate for this position is $17.00/hr. Employees will receive on the job training, while optical or production experience is helpful, no experience is necessary.

Free pair of Raybans at 90 days of employment!

Essential Functions:

• Know the order of production and make sure "PRIORITY JOBS" run the line first
• Insert lenses into metal and plastic frames properly
• Four-point adjustment on frames
• Check the temple length, attach temples and exchange temples
• Check to see if the lenses are big, chipped, etc. then forward to supervisor.
• Align lenses and check for obvious defects.
• Keep your work area free and clear of non-related work items.
• Clean and straighten your work area at the end of your shift

Work Environment:

This position operates mostly in the Finish Department of our optical laboratory. The temperature can vary, the noise level such as phones ringing may be slightly distracting. This position also requires working in close proximity to a diverse group of other coworkers.

Proud to Support Those Who Served! We value the leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving skills that Veterans bring to the workplace. Veterans and military spouses are encouraged to apply.

PDS Optical is an Equal Opportunity and Drug Free Workplace Employer with Affirmitive Action plans for Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities as required under VEVRAA and Section 503, respectively.

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

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If you need an accommodation seeking employment with PDS Optical of assistance in applying for any of our open positions, please email hrhelpdesk @pdsoptical.com or call 502-813-3318. Accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis.