Production Specialist - 2nd Shift Surface

\GO001W2K039GONDataHRSupervisorHRGeneralistShoptikalRecruitingArt for PageShopko Optical 500 x 100 0; De Pere (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with Match

Vacation Pay/Personal Day

Paid Time Off

Volunteer Time Off

Sick Pay for Hourly Teammates

Health & Wellbeing Benefits

On the Job Training & Certification

Teammate Recognition Program

Job summary

Shopko Optical operates a proprietary lab in De Pere, WI, producing eyewear for our eye care centers across the North and Midwest. This role fabricates eyewear efficiently, following standards under the Production Manager's guidance.

Enjoy on-the-job training in a clean and comfortable work environment and benefits including a fixed schedule working 1st or 2nd shift, 401k with match, and paid time off. This position supports production operations and quality control in a fast-paced lab setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to learn and perform production tasks.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills and teamwork.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work.
• Optical experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate sophisticated optical manufacturing equipment.
• Fabricate, assemble, treat and handle lenses per specifications.
• Inspect lenses and ensure coating thickness and surface quality.
• Maintain clean, safe work environment and follow procedures.
• Support continuous improvement with team to optimize processes.
• Follow ANSI and company standards; adhere to safety guidelines.

Skills

High school diploma

Learning ability

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Optical experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

At our proprietary lab in De Pere, WI, we manufacture quality eyewear for our eye care center patients at over 140 locations across the North and Midwest. With a focus on continuous improvement, we are always looking for motivated and innovative people that want to help us optimize the production and distribution of this process.

As part of our manufacturing team, you will have access to state‑of‑the‑art lens processing and finishing equipment to efficiently produce high‑quality eyewear to keep our patients seeing their best.

Enjoy on‑the‑job training in a clean and comfortable work environment and benefits including a fixed schedule working 1st or 2nd shift, 401k with match, and paid time off.

Position Summary

Fabricates eyewear in an efficient and timely manner. Provides quality products and services to each Optical Center. Performs key tasks within the department thoroughly, accurately, and efficiently. Ensures laboratory standards are followed and service levels are maintained under the direction and guidance of the Production Manager.

Benefits

• Competitive Wages
• 401K with Match
• Vacation Pay/Personal Day
• Volunteer Time Off
• Sick Pay for Hourly Teammates
• Health & Wellbeing Benefits
• Voluntary/Cafeteria Offerings
• Employee Assistance Program
• On the Job Training & Certification
• Teammate Recognition Program

Duties and Responsibilities

Production Operations

• Operate sophisticated optical manufacturing equipment
• Work with specialized equipment and precision hand tools
• Fabricate, assemble, treat and handle lenses through different manufacturing processes
• Select lens blanks, molds, tools and polishing or grinding wheels according to production specifications
• Mount and secure lens blanks or optical lenses in holding tools or chucks of cutting, polishing, grinding or coating machines
• Set dials and start machines to polish lenses
• Inspect lens blanks to detect flaws and verify smoothness of surface
• Clean finished lenses using cloths and solvents
• Inspect lens blanks to detect flaws, verify smoothness of surface, and ensure thickness of coating on lenses
• Cleans finished lenses and eyeglasses, using cloths and solvents
• Examine prescriptions, work orders or broken or used eyeglasses to determine specifications for lenses, contact lenses or other optical elements
• Perform functions to produce work that meets standards for quality and accuracy
• Maintain production output standards
• Partner with team to continuously improve processes

Maintain Safe Work Environment

• Follows all company and lab policies and guidelines
• Adheres to safety guidelines and OSHA regulations
• Performs exercise before reporting to work station
• Ensures machinery is operating effectively
• Ensures orders are fabricated only if a work ticket is provided
• Fabricates all orders in accordance with the ANSI and company standards
• Understands chemicals prior to use
• Follows Material Safety Data Sheet procedures
• Follows lockout tag out and Haz Com procedures

Minimum Knowledge, Experience & Skills Requirements

• High School Graduate or GED (preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to learn and perform production‑related tasks
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi‑task and prioritize
• Optical experience a plus, but not required

Essential Functions & Work Requirements

• Ability to effectively communicate at all levels within the organization through written and two‑way verbal communication
• Able to read and write at a high school graduate level
• Able to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Able to operate various office equipment and Optical Lab equipment
• Demonstrate physical agility (bending, climbing, twisting, squatting, lifting, pushing, reaching, etc.) on a repetitive basis
• Ability to lift an average of 25 pounds on a repetitive basis
• Ability to see (Near, Distance, Color, and Depth Perception)
• Manual and finger dexterity, as well as hand/arm steadiness
• Ability to grip and hold items
• Good eye and hand coordination
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced production environment
• Able to work normal and/or extended (evenings, nights, and weekends) office hours to meet established deadlines
• Able to travel independently to support Company objectives and personal development

These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by teammates assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.