Surface Operator II (Machine Operator) - Full Time - (Weekday, Mon - Thur)

Zenni Optical; Obetz (OH); On-site; USD 23,419 - 26,174; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learn to Earn Program

Free Lunch Daily

Annual Bonus Program

Job summary

A growing optical company in Obetz, Ohio is hiring a Surface Operator to manage machine operations and ensure production goals are met. The role offers a starting pay of $17-$19 per hour, with full-time shifts from Monday to Thursday. Employees benefit from free meals, training development programs, and additional perks including health coverage and a retirement plan. Candidates should possess strong organizational skills and be proactive problem solvers.

Qualifications

• Ability to stand and move for the duration of the shift.
• Follow instructions and production schedules.

Responsibilities

• Calibration of machines.
• Light maintenance and upkeep of equipment.
• Troubleshooting root cause issues.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Good literacy and numeracy skills

Proactive with strong problem-solving abilities

Job description

Surface Operator (Machine Operator) - Full Time - (Weekday, Mon - Thur)

Who We Are

Born from a mission to make prescription eyewear affordable and accessible to everyone, Zenni Optical has been changing the way people see the world since 2003. With complete prescription pairs for adults and kids starting at under $10, we’ve grown into a global brand with over 51 million pairs of glasses sold — and counting!

Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, we're proud to be the Official Eyewear of the San Francisco 49ers, Boston Celtics, Monster Jam, Ghost Gaming, TSM, Major League Pickleball and more. We\u2019ve also partnered with tastemakers and designers like Chase Stokes, Jrue Holiday, and George and Claire Kittle to bring our brand to life in bold, meaningful ways.

Candidate safety is important to us. Please note that all official communication will only be sent from @zennioptical.com addresses.

You're invited to our Open Lab Hiring Event. We are hiring for a number of full-time weekday and weekend Production and Distribution roles at our state-of-the art facility.

Please make sure to bring your resume.

Available Shifts: Monday - Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

These are just some of the amazing benefits we offer all full-time employees:

Learn to Earn Program – Build your career while you work! Full-time employees who complete qualified training certifications and apply those skills on the job can earn quarterly pay increases of $0.25–$0.50 per hour per certification. Multiple certifications can compound for larger raises. Participation is based on performance, company values, and business needs, making it a great opportunity to be rewarded for your growth, contribution, and commitment to the team!

About the Role

We are looking for a highly motivated Surface Operator (Machine Operator) who is eager to learn and develop in the optical field onsite in Obetz, Ohio. The ideal candidate has strong organizational skills, open to feedback, and looking to grow their career. If you are open to light physical labor (frames and lenses for eyeglasses) and working with a fantastic team to help people everywhere buy more affordable glasses, we'd love to hear from you!

The Obetz location offers a brand new climate-controlled facility with free daily meals and snacks! You’ll have the opportunity to move up in the organization based on performance reviews.

Want to learn more about our team? Watch our story and see how we're making an impact—check out the video below!

Shift: Monday - Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. (must be available for overtime as needed, including weekends)

Compensation: $17 - $19/hour (based on applicable experience)

Responsibilities

• Calibration of machines
• Light maintenance and upkeep of equipment
• Troubleshooting root cause issues
• Ensure proper order flow throughout department
• Ensure daily / weekly / monthly goals are met
• Adherence to all company policies, processes, and procedures (Health & Safety Awareness)
• Report to management on activities and issues
• Inter-department collaboration

Basic Qualifications

• Ability to stand and move for the duration of the shift
• Strong organizational skills
• Good literacy and numeracy skills
• Proactive with strong problem-solving abilities
• Follow instructions and production schedules

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous warehousing experience is a bonus
• Annual Bonus Program
• Employee-paid health care plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401K & matching)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Public Holidays)
• Training & Development
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Vision insurance
• Free Lunch Daily
• Referral program

As a condition of employment for this role, you will be required to undergo pre-employment drug testing in accordance with our company policies and applicable law.

We look forward to hearing from you!

We strive to build a diverse team of individuals with a broad range of experience and perspectives. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t feel you meet all the qualifications.

Zenni Optical is an equal opportunity workplace and considers applications without regard to race, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

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