Production Specialist 2nd shift- Coating

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 1^st shift 401k with match and paid time off.

2nd Shift Production Specialist Coating - $1000 Sign on Bonus

Starting pay is $18/hour plus $2.00 shift premium

Now Hiring 2nd Shift

2nd Shift 5 day work week 1:30 pm to Midnight

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
• 401K with Match
• Vacation Pay/Personal Day
• Volunteer Time Off
• Paid Sick Days
• 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 equipment
• Work with specialized equipment and precision hand tools
• Fabricate assemble treat and handle lenses through different manufacturing processes
• Select lens blanks molds tools and polishing or grinding wheels according to production specifications
• Mount and secure lens blanks or optical lenses in holding tools or chucks of cutting polishing grinding or coating machines
• Set dials and start machines to polish lenses
• Inspect lens blanks to detect flaws and verify smoothness of surface
• Clean finished lenses using cloths and solvents
• Inspects lens blanks to detect flaws verify smoothness of surface and ensure thickness of coating on lenses
• Cleans finished lenses and eyeglasses using cloths and solvents
• Examine prescriptions work orders or broken or used eyeglasses to determine specifications for lenses contact lenses or other optical elements
• Perform functions to produce work that meets standards for quality and accuracy
• Maintain production output standards
• Partner with team to continuously improve processes

Maintain Safe Work Environment

Follows all company and lab policies and guidelines

Adheres to safety guidelines and OSHA regulations

Performs exercise before reporting to work station

Ensures machinery is operating effectively

Ensures orders are fabricated only if a work ticket is provided

Fabricates all orders in accordance with the ANSI and company standards

Understands chemicals prior to use

Follows Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) procedures

Follows lockout tag out and Haz Com procedures

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:

High School Graduate or GED (preferred)

Demonstrated ability to learn and perform production-related tasks

Strong written and oral communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to multi-task and prioritize

Optical experience a plus but not required

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & WORK REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to effectively communicate at all levels within the organization through written and two-way verbal communication

Able to read and write at a high school graduate level

Able to sit or stand for extended periods of time

Able to operate various office equipment and Optical Lab equipment

Demonstrate physical agility (bending climbing twisting squatting lifting pushing reaching etc.) on a repetitive basis

Ability to lift an average of 25 pounds on a repetitive basis

Ability to see (Near Distance Color and Depth Perception)

Manual and finger dexterity as well as hand/arm steadiness

Ability to grip and hold items

Good eye and hand coordination

Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment

Able to travel independently to support Company objectives and personal development

These 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.