Production Technician (2nd shift) - Walman Optical

EssilorLuxottica; Brooklyn Park (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings

Paid time off

Job summary

Walman Optical, a division of EssilorLuxottica, is seeking a Production Technician for the 2nd shift to operate lens coating and washing lines. The role includes inspecting lenses, maintaining baths, and ensuring quality throughout processing while adhering to safety and HIPAA-related privacy requirements.

Responsibilities involve chemical handling, daily testing, equipment upkeep, documentation, and assisting teammates to meet production goals in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent work experience.
• 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to quickly and properly perform detail-oriented cosmetic inspection.

Responsibilities

• Perform all aspects of lens hard coating and washing process, including handling and inspection.
• Rack lenses onto tooling and verify coating type and date.
• Inspect lenses for scratches and other surface defects, logging findings.
• Maintain daily chemical testing and replenish supplies.
• Pack and ship completed work and manage breakage codes.
• Maintain equipment and work area in a clean, organized condition.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Physical ability

Education

High school diploma, GED or equivalent

Job description

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Production Technician (2nd shift) - Walman Optical

Since 1915, Walman Optical has served thousands of independent eye care professionals providing solutions for all of their optical needs. Our experienced and knowledgeable team helps businesses grow while providing quality eyewear and unmatched service for an exceptional patient experience. With us, you’ll bring our most advanced technology and innovative products to our partners.

As a division of Walman, our collective mission is to enrich the lives of our customers, employees and the communities we serve through better vision.

Walman is part of EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of world-class vision care products, including iconic eyewear, advanced lens technology and cutting-edge digital solutions. Join our global community of over 200,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry. Discover more by following us on LinkedIn!

JOB DESCRIPTION

GENERAL FUNCTION

Responsible for performing all aspects of the hard coating and washing process of lenses through the coating facility. Primary responsibilities include lens inspection, reprocessing of cosmetic defects and proper machine bath maintenance and chemical additions. The employee will adhere to the company’s quality and safety requirements during all operations.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform all aspects of lens hard coating and washing process, including:
• Separate envelopes and groups by coating type and date. Verify information on the envelope is accurate.
• Put envelopes in the appropriate bin and identify any special instructions.
• Clean and inspect each lens for scratches and other conditions present on lens surface. Log all scratches or other conditions found.
• Rack lenses onto appropriate tooling.
• Quickly and accurately inspect lenses coming out of hard coating machines using inspection standards and best practices to ensure final outgoing quality.
• Properly reprocess rejected lenses.
• Perform all daily chemical testing and additions to cleaning and coating tanks. Make sure daily supplies are stocked.
• Pack and ship completed work.
• Review breakage and assign appropriate codes.
• Perform daily and weekly upkeep of all relevant equipment: wash lines, coating lines, ovens, etc.
• Sandblast machine parts as needed.
• Actively participate and engage in continuous improvement processes
• Maintain work area and common areas of department in a neat, clean, and organized condition.
• Understand and follow all company and manufacturer’s policies and procedures and ensure compliance with all attendance & safety rules and regulations. Maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and HIPAA protected information.
• Willingly assist others as necessary to keep work current, meet deadlines or maintain an even workload. Cooperate with other employees and demonstrate a good attitude. Perform an acceptable quantity and quality of work on time as required.
• Provide proper training, work direction, and technical guidance for less experienced employees. Attend in-house or sponsored training meetings when necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• This position requires exposure to one or more hazardous substances/chemicals which requires safety training.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent work experience
• 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to quickly and properly perform detail-oriented cosmetic inspection in a fast-paced environment and to multi-task
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job, including close vision.

Pay Range: Starts at $19.75/hour + $1.00/hour shift differential.

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our business.Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts.

EssilorLuxottica complies with all applicable laws related to the application and hiring process. If you would like to provide feedback regarding an active job posting, or if you are an individual with a disability who would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844-303-0229 (be sure to provide your name, job id number, and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email [e-mail]

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.