Quality Assurance Tech 2 - Breakage Analyst (2nd Shift)

EssilorLuxottica Group; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

EssilorLuxottica in Minnesota is seeking a Quality Assurance Technician II (Breakage Analyst) for the 2nd shift to ensure high-quality lenses and frames through data-driven QA processes.

You will perform daily quality audits, trend analyses, and AR testing, supporting customer service and production teams while driving continuous improvement across the network.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of experience in optical manufacturing with product and process knowledge.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Sound optical knowledge.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of process control including trend analysis.
• Knowledge and understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles and concepts.

Responsibilities

• Performs trend analysis for manufacturing and inbound inspection frame product alerts.
• Researches and resolves in-process production issues, calling on lab QA support for further testing as needed.
• Acts as key resource for data collection, summary, and reporting.
• Assists Customer Service as needed with quality issues.
• Assists with frame fit and lens manufacturability issues.
• Performs Lens Validations/Lens Verifications for new lens styles.
• Performs AR testing as required.
• Problem-solves issues using root cause analysis, collecting data and prioritizing data delivery as necessary.
• Identifies improvement opportunities and makes adjustments to the Lab Management System database as needed to reduce breakage across the network.
• Creates and implements product audits.
• Acts as key resource for inbound inspection activities.
• Monitors lens bevel angles for edger wheel wear.
• Leads process improvement teams as needed.
• Performs process and quality audits.

Skills

Optical manufacturing experience

Oral and written communication

MS Office proficiency

Process control knowledge

Trend analysis

Lean manufacturing principles

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Some college coursework

Job description

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Quality Assurance Tech 2 - Breakage Analyst (2nd Shift)

If you’ve worn a pair of glasses, we’ve already met.

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, iconic brands that consumers love such as Ray-Ban, Oakley, Persol and Oliver Peoples, as well as a network that offers consumers high-quality vision care and best-in-class shopping experiences such as Sunglass Hut, LensCrafters, and Target Optical, and leading e-commerce platforms.

Our unique business model and relentless pursuit of operational excellence ensures that consumers everywhere have access to products. Balancing speed, efficiency and proximity, the Company manages a global supply chain with cutting-edge technology, based on centralization for frames and on a capillary network for lens finishing and prescription laboratories. In our dynamic environment, fueled by technology and innovation, our people have the space to pioneer new solutions.

The Quality Assurance Technician II is responsible for performing daily product and process quality related functions including process audits, AR testing, data collection and analysis with expectations to use such data to implement continuous improvements in product and process quality.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs trend analysis for manufacturing and inbound inspection frame product alerts.
• Researches and resolves in-process production issues, calling on lab QA support for further testing as needed.
• Acts as key resource for data collection, summary, and reporting.
• Assists Customer Service as needed with quality issues.
• Assists with frame fit and lens manufacturability issues.
• Performs Lens Validations/Lens Verifications for new lens styles.
• Performs AR testing as required.
• Problem-solves issues using root cause analysis, collecting data and prioritizing data delivery as necessary. Identifies improvement opportunities and makes adjustments to the Lab Management System database as needed to reduce breakage across the network.
• Creates and implements product audits.
• Acts as key resource for inbound inspection activities.
• Monitors lens bevel angles for edger wheel wear.
• Leads process improvement teams as needed.
• Performs process and quality audits.

BASIC (REQUIRED) QUALIFICATIONS

• HS diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years of experience in optical manufacturing with product and process knowledge
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Sound optical knowledge.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of process control including trend analysis
• Knowledge and understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles and concepts

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Some college coursework
• ABO Certification
• Experience in process/product improvement initiatives

Pay Range:21.68 -32.24

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.