Technician I, Lab

Zeiss Group in; Oregon (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical (HSA, PPO, HRA)

Vision coverage

Dental coverage

401k matching

Flexible Spending Account

Vacation and sick pay

Job summary

ZEISS is seeking a Lab Technician I for entry-level work in lens production. Under supervision, you will perform routine duties across surfacing, coating, and assembly, following written/verbal instructions and established practices.

You will handle inventory, quality checks, and basic computer use, while maintaining safety and documentation. This role offers growth in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent.
• 0-2 years related experience.
• Reliable, honest, dependable and able to follow directions.
• Customer service mindset.
• Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods.
• Able to perform repetitive movements with upper and lower extremities.
• Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds.
• Must be able to exert up to 20 PSI with hands.
• Attention to detail and symmetry.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, multi-task production environment.

Responsibilities

• Inventory: Stocking, Auditing, Picking.
• Surfacing: Taping, Blocking, Ink Marking, Alloy Management, Generating, Engraving, De-blocking, Backside Coating, Wash-Up, Sorting, Routing, Tools, Fining, Polishing.
• Coating: Scribing, Washline, Stripping, Sorting, Sandblasting.
• Computer use and data entry.
• Performs routine production duties in lens production with focus on quality and efficiency.
• Qualifies and inspects product per CZV specs and standards.
• Maintains safety regulations and a clean work environment.
• Keeps written/computer documentation of work.
• May train peers and rotate to different stations.

Skills

Customer service mindset

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Dexterity and mechanical skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer usage

Job description

Technician I, Lab (Finance)

About Us:

How many companies can say they've been in business for over 177 years?!

Here at ZEISS, we certainly can! As the pioneers of science, ZEISS handles the everchanging environments in a fast-paced world, meeting it with cutting edge of technologies and continuous advancements. ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change. We have a diverse range of portfolios throughout the ZEISS family in segments like, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology, Consumer Markets and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology. We are a global company with over 42,000 employees and have over 4,000 in the US and Canada alone! Make a difference, come join the team!

What's the role?

Lab Tech I is an entry level position. Under close supervision where operations and sequences are specified by written and verbal instructions and established practices, the Lab Tech I will perform routine production duties associated with the lens manufacturing processes.

Sound Interesting?

Here's what you'll do:

• Inventory: Stocking, Auditing, Picking
• Surfacing: Taping, Blocking, Ink Marking, Alloy Management, Generating, Engraving, De-blocking, Backside Coating, Wash-Up, Sorting, Routing, Tools, Fining, Polishing
• Coating: Scribing, Washline, Stripping, Sorting, Sandblasting
• Computer use.
• Performs routine production duties associated with various aspects of lens production paying close attention to quality, quantity and efficiency. Refer to the Job Matrix for further departmental specifics.
• Qualifies and inspect product to ensure compliance with CZV specifications and standards.
• Comply with all safety regulations as well as maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Maintain appropriate written and/or computer documentation.
• Generally assigned some tasks within a specified department but may receive cross training on new tasks.
• Additional tasks as needed.
• Participate in meetings to enhance departmental communication and efficiency.
• May be assigned to different workstations or product lines as production needs require.
• May train peers.

Do you qualify?

• HS Diploma or equivalent
• 0-2 years related experience
• Reliable, honest, dependable and be able to follow directions either written or verbal
• Customer Service Mindset
• Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time
• Be able perform repetitive movements with upper and lower extremities.
• Must be able to regularly lift 10 pounds.
• Must be able to excerpt up to 20 PSI with hands
• Requires ability to sustain lengthy periods of visual concentration and good hand/eye/foot coordination.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-task production environment. Have the ability to focus for long periods of time
• Have an eye for attention to detail and symmetry
• Have solid dexterity and mechanical skills
• Patience to fully see the task through is a must
• Ability to communicate with other associates in a clear, concise manner
• Professional demeanor
• General office/computer experience

We have amazing benefits to support you as an employee at ZEISS!

• Medical (HSA, PPO, HRA, plus! Telemedicine)
• Vision, simply amazing coverage, $0 Single/Bifocal/Trifocal lenses! Plus, many additional discounts and savings.
• Dental (PPO and PPO Buy-up)
• 401k Matching! .67/1.00 up to 6%, vested immediately! Plus an additional 2% (on a 3 yr vest)
• Flex Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Programs: Emotional Well-being support, Financial, Legal Services, Identity theft protection and more!)
• MetLife plans: Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Home/Auto discounts and more
• Vacation and sick pay
• The list goes on!

We are an EEO/AA/Veterans/Disabled employer.

Zeiss provides Equal Employment Opportunity without unlawful regard to an Applicants race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, citizen status, sexual orientation, pregnancy (includes childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic predisposition, carrier status, gender expression or identity, including transgender identity, or any other class or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law of the employee (or the people with whom the employee associates, including relatives and friends).