Optical Lab Technician

JOB SUMMARY AND OBJECTIVE

The Lab Technician is responsible for the timely, efficient, and accurate processing of products in the Digital Eye Lab (DEL). Lab Technicians will be assigned one core function, where he/she will work the predominant portion of their daily work schedule, as well as be expected to perform work in additional function(s) as business needs dictate.

An entry level Lab Technician position requires training to enable employees to perform the minimum key responsibilities identified by their respective lab/department; A proficient Lab Technician is an employee who has undergone a skills assessment after six (6) months of service and is able to perform

all applicable key responsibilities identified by their respective lab/department.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (as applicable)

Use a tracing machine to measure frame; Print and match paperwork to corresponding trays; Read job ticket to determine the location of lens needed and pull from bin placing correctly in tray; Deliver tray to appropriate location to be scanned, verified and re-boxed
Invoice and package finished jobs; scan and bin jobs into proper customer box to be shipped
Sort and receive frames into system placing frames in appropriate colored trays
Secure optical lens / blanks in holding tools for generating, polishing, and coating; Operate equipment and clear machine errors; Maintain tools for production equipment
Operate finishing equipment and clear out machine errors; Mount, secure and align finished lens in frames using precision hand tools;
Edge lens appropriately so that lens can be inserted into frames
Place lens in lens holder and tint to specified color; Mark lenses appropriately to achieve proper tint axis; Change tint colors as needed
Unload lens into lens trays; Mark and inspect lenses; Sort and pre- inspect lenses and operate AR coating machines
Remove processed surfaced lenses from alloy block at end of surfacing process and reclaim the alloy in a reclaim tank
Inspect lens blank to detect surface flaws; Examine prescriptions & work orders according to standards using precision instruments; Wash and clean lenses and eyeglasses using cloths and solvents; Perform cosmetic inspection
Work daily toward meeting production expectations set by management
Always perform and comply with all job functions according to documented standard operating procedures
Meet or exceed established performance thresholds in all core and secondary job functions
Report all known product, process, and/or reporting defects and inefficiencies to supervisory personnel
Participate in team, department, and company-wide meetings as scheduled; Actively participate in team discussions and provide feedback to maintain and improve the work environment
Ensure that work area is clean and organized and prepared for the next shift with all items in their designated locations
Utilize proper handling techniques and equipment to minimize damages and reduce injuries
Follow and uphold all OSHA and company safety guidelines, policies, and regulations
Other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBLITIES

None

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications

Entry-level: No specific prior work experience required
Ability to follow procedure and contribute as an individual and a team member
Proficient: Minimum six (6) months experience in same or similar position prior to skills assessment to determine proficiency

Desired Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
Prior experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment
Computer literate
Attention to Detail

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, bend, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus are required.

EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

Full-time employees typically work forty (40) hours a week and are scheduled eight (8) hours per day over five (5) days; Part-time employees typically work a reduced schedule that is less than thirty (30) hours per week. Overtime is routinely expected.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The work environment is a climate-controlled manufacturing facility with moderate noise.

TRAVEL

Travel for this position would be minimal if at all.

For US Candidates

Compensation Range

The anticipated base pay range for this position is $15.00 to $17.00. This represents the good-faith estimate of the compensation range at the time of posting.

Actual Pay will be based on job-related factors, which may include:

Geographic location
Relevant experience
Education and qualifications
Job-related skills
Internal equity considerations
Applicable minimum wage laws

This position may also be eligible for a bonus and/or commission plan, subject to the terms of the applicable plan.

Benefits

Depending on eligibility and position, employees and/or eligible dependents may participate in Company-sponsored benefit programs, which may include:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life and group life insurance
Voluntary supplemental life insurance
Supplemental health benefits (critical illness, hospital, accident)
Short- and long-term disability
Paid family leave (where applicable by state law)
401(k) plan
Tuition reimbursement
Eyewear discounts

Time-Off Benefits

Eligible U.S. employees receive the following time-off benefits (subject to Company policy and applicable state/local laws):

Paid vacation and/or sick time
Paid holidays
Birthday PTO

(Some states require front-loaded sick leave; others accrue. The Company will comply with all applicable local requirements.)

Accessibility and Accommodations

Upon request and consistent with applicable law, ABB Optical will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the application and hiring process.
To request an accommodation, please email HR@abboptical.com and include your name and contact information so we can follow up promptly.

Equal Opportunity Employer

ABB Optical is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

International Candidates

The compensation and benefits information in this posting applies to candidates hired in the United States. Candidates hired outside the United States will receive compensation and benefits aligned with their local market.

The compensation and benefits information set forth in this posting applies to candidates hired in the United States. Candidates hired outside the United States will be eligible for compensation and benefits in accordance with their local market.

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Lab Technician (Optical) M-F 8am - 4:30pm )

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