RxO - Retail Lab Operations Specialist (1st Shift)

EssilorLuxottica; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive bonus

Employee discounts

Health care

Retirement savings

Paid time off

Job summary

EssilorLuxottica seeks a skilled technician to support objective testing for R&D, Product Team, Engineering, Quality and Manufacturing, ensuring product qualification and process validation. This role is in the Quality Performance Lab and collaborates with Lab Lead and Reliability Engineers on new test method validation and lab calibration.

You will perform complex tests on sunglasses and optical products, analyze results, and contribute to continuous improvement of lab processes in a

Qualifications

• Associate degree in science or engineering field.
• 3-5 years of working experience and/or training in related fields or an associate degree in science or engineering field
• Ability to diagnose equipment faults and repair at basic troubleshooting.
• Strong verbal and written communication proficiency in English

Responsibilities

• Support Lab lead to ensure effective lab operation and KPI punctuality.
• Collaborate with Lab Engineers, R&D, development and IDZ engineers to execute qualification tests.
• Perform complex laboratory tests, experiments, and data analyses for new test method development and validation.
• Conduct failure analysis using specialized instruments and software.
• Prepare, analyze and interpret experimental data using software and statistical tools.
• Write reports, summaries and presentations of test results for Engineering review.

Skills

English proficiency

Time management

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree in science or engineering

Tools

Gas Chromatography

FT-IR

Microscope

Microsoft Windows

Excel

Word

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

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.

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!

GENERAL FUNCTION

Our goal is to provide objective, accurate testing service for R&D, Product Team, Engineering, Quality and Manufacturing for product qualification and process validation, in addition to ensure that all categories of products made by Oakley meet global compliance requirements. This role is a critical position working in Quality Performance Lab to work closely with Lab Lead and Reliability Engineers to support new test method validation, product compliance testing and lab equipment calibration management.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support Lab lead to ensure effective lab operation and lead the effort to meet the goal of test request punctuality KPI
• Collaborate with Lab Engineers, R&D, development and IDZ engineers to execute product and component qualification tests to support on-going R&D & Engineering initiatives/projects
• Perform complex laboratory tests, experiments, and data analyses for new test method development and validation.
• Conduct failure analysis with scientific approach by using advance, specialized instruments (gas chromatography, FT-IR, microscope et al) and computer software
• Perform components and product testing accurately and effectively for all product categories (sunglasses, snow/Mx goggle, military products, hockey visors, wearables et al)
• Prepare, analyze and interpret experimental data using software and statistical tools.
• Write scientific reports, summaries and presentations of test results accurately for Engineering review.
• Troubleshooting equipment which may be malfunctioning.
• Manage lab supplies/consumables to ensure to meet environmental compliance requirement.
• Coordinate with outside vendor for equipment calibration and service to make sure equipment calibration service is accurate and on time.
• Maintain clean lab work area in accordance to 5S standard. Identify opportunities for improving efficiency in the lab
• Be strong resource and model of integrity for Tech I and Tech II employees

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have 3-5 years of working experience and/or training in related fields or an associate degree in science or engineering field
• Ability to diagnose equipment faults and repair at basic troubleshooting.
• Must be able to demonstrate strong organizational and time management skills
• Able to understand the basic engineering concepts and good problem solving skills
• Strong verbal and written communication proficiency in English
• Effectively present and communicate information in small group situations to other functional team.
• Strong computer skills with Microsoft Windows, excel and word

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in mechanical testing equipment anlaystical test equipments, optical equipment
• Familiar with industrial standradrs and global standradrd.
• Knowledge or experience in plastics materials, injection molding processes, painting, coating, et al
• Experience with spectrophotometer reading and analysis

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.