RxO - Production Technician

Luxottica; Watsonville (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Luxottica in Watsonville, CA is seeking a Production Technician to perform finish, surface, or coating tasks across multiple lens departments. You will operate machinery to cut and mount lenses into frames for complex and priority jobs, and ensure lenses meet optical and cosmetic specifications.

The role requires 1–2 years of related experience and strong fine motor skills with precise hand-eye coordination and good vision.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of related experience and/or training or able to perform the functions of this position meeting standard production goals.
• Strong fine motor skills and dexterity to coordinate use of hands and fingers, plus close/color/peripheral/depth vision and focus adjustment.

Responsibilities

• Finish, surface or coating duties per SOP and assigned department.
• Operate machines to cut/size lenses and mount into frames for priority jobs.
• Inspect lenses for optical and cosmetic accuracy per work ticket.
• Onboard/train new team members and rotate positions to meet production needs.

Skills

Fine motor skills

Dexterity

Education

Associate Technician

Job description

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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.

GENERAL FUNCTION

The primary focus of this position is perform a variety of duties in one or more of the areas of surface, coating or finish as assigned. Specific duties for this position range depending on the assigned department. Duties of this position are usually repetitive, requiring limited analysis and use of individual judgment. Supervision is general.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

All duties and procedures are performed according to the established standards (SOP) and in compliance with all safety, company, training and governing body policies. It is required that this position maintain regular, prompt attendance and availability for overtime as needed. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. A Production Technician is able to perform the following Finish, Surface or Coating functions or any combination of the following as assigned and to the standard detailed in competencies and performance metrics:

• FINISH – Able to satisfactorily perform all duties of the Associate Technician – tray‑up, operate beveler, mounter, roll and polish, finish layout, inspection.
• Operate a variety of machines to cut/size/shape lenses and mount those lenses into specific and specialty frames for difficult and priority jobs. (i.e. Drill and mount lenses into specialty frames)
• SURFACE – Able to satisfactorily perform all duties of the Associate Technician – block, polish, deblock/wash.
• Inspect lenses to ensure that they are optically, cosmetically accurate, and in compliance with work ticket.
• AR- COATING – Able to satisfactorily perform all duties in coating - AR Staging, Clipping, Hard Coat Inspection, AR Coat, Monitor machines.
• Sandblast Operator.
• Operate and maintain tools and machinery associated with your assignment; Performs basic PM tasks to care for equipment and the building; Performs operational start up, shut down and machine calibrations.
• Inspect small parts for defects and quality control. Troubleshoot; Identify and isolate production defects.
• Assemble small components using hand tools, requiring precision and attention to detail
• Work in a role with measurable standards – maintaining production goals.
• Perform duties as an Onboarding Peer and/or Trainer. Support new team members in onboarding and development of all team members when needed or assigned.
• Rotate positions in operations to meet production needs
• Performs lead duties as assigned by the department Supervisor
• Perform all duties in accordance with established Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and trained procedures.
• Other duties as assigned

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Have the qualifications required for an Associate Technician.
• Competent in performing the tasks of one or more departments at or above the satisfactory levels as detailed in the location competency models.
• 1-2 years of previous related experience and/or training or able to perform the functions of this position meeting standard production goals.
• Must have strong fine motor skills and dexterity to coordinate use of hands and fingers to grasp, feel objects, transfer small items from one hand to another, fine manipulation, and bilateral reach with arms.
• Use of close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Exemplifies team work and demonstrates leadership skills, good judgment and critical decision making skil

Pay Range:20.50-30.95

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.

Nearest Major Market: Santa Cruz

Nearest Secondary Market: San Francisco

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