Production Specialist Finish - 1st Shift

Shopko Optical; De Pere (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with match

Vacation Pay/Personal Day

Paid Sick Days

Employee Assistance Program

On the Job Training & Certification

Job summary

Shopko Optical in De Pere, WI, operates a production facility producing eyewear for optical centers across the North and Midwest. The Production Specialist role involves operating precision optical equipment, fabricating lenses, and ensuring high quality output in a fast-paced environment.

We offer on‑the‑job training, a fixed 1st shift schedule, and benefits including a 401k with match and paid time off. Starting pay is $18/hour with a $500 sign-on bonus as we expand in De Pere.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Operate sophisticated optical manufacturing equipment.
• Fabricate, assemble, treat and handle lenses through different manufacturing processes.
• Inspect lens blanks to detect flaws and verify smoothness of surface.
• Maintain production output standards and ensure quality control.
• Partner with team to continuously improve processes.

Skills

Strong communication

Multi-tasking

Learn quickly

Education

High School Graduate 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‑job training in a clean and comfortable work environment and benefits including a fixed schedule working 1st shift, 401k with match, and paid time off.

Starting pay is $18/hour Sign on Bonus $500

Now Hiring 1st and 2nd Shift

1st shift Monday-Friday,1st shift 5am to 1:30pm

2nd Shift Monday-Friday 1:30 pm to Midnight

Are you looking for an opportunity to work in a progressive manufacturing environment where your work means bringing clear sight to our patients? Shopko Optical is seeking Production Specialists to join our team at our manufacturing facility in De Pere, Wisconsin.

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.

Taking Care of our Teams who Take Care of our Patients

• Competitive Wages
• 401K with Match
• Vacation Pay/Personal Day
• Paid Sick Days
• Employee Assistance Program
• On the Job Training & Certification

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
• Inspects 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

Follows all company and lab policies and guidelines

Adheres to safety guidelines and OSHA regulations

Perform 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 (MSDS) 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

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 travel independently to support Company objectives and personal development

Ability to perform work in various departments within the lab on business needs

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.