Job Description
Job Description
At our proprietary lab in De Pere, WI, we manufacture quality eyewear for our eye care center patients at over 140 locations across the North and Midwest. With a focus on continuous improvement, we are always looking for motivated and innovative people that want to help us optimize the production and distribution of this process.
As part of our manufacturing team, you will have access to state-of-the-art lens processing and finishing equipment to efficiently produce high-quality eyewear to keep our patients seeing their best.
Enjoy on-the-job training in a clean and comfortable work environment and benefits including a fixed schedule working 1st or 2nd shift, 401k with match, and paid time off.
1st Shift Production Specialist - $500 Sign On Bonus
Starting pay is $18 / hour
4 Day Workweek 5 : 00am to1 : 30pm
Are you looking for an opportunity to work in a progressive manufacturing environment where your work means bringing clear sight to our patients? Shopko Optical is seeking Production Specialists to join our team at our manufacturing facility in De Pere, Wisconsin.
POSITION SUMMARY :
Fabricates eyewear in an efficient and timely manner. Provides quality products and services to each Optical Center. Performs key tasks within the department thoroughly, accurately, and efficiently. Ensures laboratory standards are followed and service levels are maintained under the direction and guidance of the Production Manager.
Taking Care of our Teams who Take Care of our Patients
- Competitive Wages, Production Incentives & Attendance pay Incentives
- 401K with Match
- Vacation Pay / Personal Day
- Volunteer Time Off
- Sick Pay for Hourly Teammates
- Health & Wellbeing Benefits
- Voluntary / Cafeteria Offerings
- Employee Assistance Program
- On the Job Training & Certification
- Teammate Recognition Program
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
Production Operations
Operate sophisticated optical manufacturing equipmentWork with specialized equipment and precision hand toolsFabricate, assemble, treat and handle lenses through different manufacturing processesSelect lens blanks, molds, tools and polishing or grinding wheels according to production specificationsMount and secure lens blanks or optical lenses in holding tools or chucks of cutting, polishing, grinding or coating machinesSet dials and start machines to polish lensesInspect lens blanks to detect flaws and verify smoothness of surfaceClean finished lenses using cloths and solventsInspects lens blanks to detect flaws, verify smoothness of surface, and ensure thickness of coating on lensesCleans finished lenses and eyeglasses, using cloths and solventsExamine prescriptions, work orders or broken or used eyeglasses to determine specifications for lenses, contact lenses or other optical elementsPerform functions to produce work that meets standards for quality and accuracyMaintain production output standardsPartner with team to continuously improve processesMaintain Safe Work Environment
Follows all company and lab policies and guidelinesAdheres to safety guidelines and OSHA regulationsPerforms exercise before reporting to work stationEnsures machinery is operating effectivelyEnsures orders are fabricated only if a work ticket is providedFabricates all orders in accordance with the ANSI and company standardsUnderstands chemicals prior to useFollows Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) proceduresFollows lockout tag out and Haz Com proceduresMINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIREMENTS :
High School Graduate or GED (preferred)Demonstrated ability to learn and perform production-related tasksStrong written and oral communication skillsInterpersonal skillsAbility to multi-task and prioritizeOptical experience a plus, but not requiredESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & WORK REQUIREMENTS :
Ability to effectively communicate at all levels within the organization through written and two-way verbal communicationAble to read and write at a high school graduate levelAble to sit or stand for extended periods of timeAble to operate various office equipment and Optical Lab equipmentDemonstrate physical agility (bending, climbing, twisting, squatting, lifting, pushing, reaching, etc.) on a repetitive basisAbility to lift an average of 25 pounds on a repetitive basisAbility to see (Near, Distance, Color, and Depth Perception)Manual and finger dexterity, as well as hand / arm steadinessAbility to grip and hold itemsGood eye and hand coordinationAbility to work in a fast-paced production environmentAble to work normal and / or extended (evenings, nights, and weekends) office hours to meet established deadlinesAble to travel independently to support Company objectives and personal developmentThese statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by teammates assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
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