Sr. Production Technician (AR Machine Operator) 3rd shift

Brand: Walman Optical • Location: Brooklyn Park, MN • Position: Full-Time, 3rd shift

About the role

Responsible for all aspects of the Anti-Reflective (AR) Coating process to produce quality eyewear that meets customer standards. Primary responsibility is the daily operation and maintenance of the large-capacity AR coating machines and final quality inspection of outgoing lenses. The Sr Production Technician will adhere to the company’s quality and safety requirements during all operations.

Responsibilities

• Operate large-capacity AR coating machines.
• Perform daily and weekly maintenance of the vacuum coating chambers and equipment involved in the AR coating process.
• Keep a current and accurate log of all processes and maintenance for the machines.
• Clean machine and make ready for operation.
• Inspect each lens for accuracy and any defects present on lens surface; log all scratches or other conditions found.
• Place lenses into appropriate tooling based on lens diameter and shape.
• Load lenses into AR coating machine and select correct recipe and chemicals for each different AR coating process.
• Perform all necessary parts change-outs and other maintenance items in a timely manner.
• Perform necessary quality testing on finished product.
• Perform final inspection on all batch coated lenses and ensure adherence to the cosmetic standards.
• Verify performance of coating runs and ensure coating meets desired specification.
• Perform troubleshooting of machine/equipment problems and work with supervisor to resolve issues.
• Pack completed work.
• Review rejected lenses and re-work or assign proper breakage codes.
• Sandblast machine parts as needed.
• Follow standard procedures while continually evaluating opportunities for improvement.
• Provide recommendations to improve processes to simplify jobs, eliminate non-value-added tasks, and reduce costs.
• Effectively communicate with all levels of the organization to ensure understanding and proper application of company policies, practices, and procedures.
• Actively participate and engage in continuous improvement processes.
• Maintain work area and common areas of department in a neat, clean, and organized condition.
• Understand and follow all company and manufacturer’s policies and procedures and ensure compliance with all attendance & safety rules and regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and HIPAA protected information.
• Willingly assist others as necessary to keep work current, meet deadlines, or maintain an even workload.
• Cooperate with other employees and demonstrate a good attitude.
• Perform an acceptable quantity and quality of work on time as required.
• Provide proper training, work direction, and technical guidance for less experienced employees.
• Attend in-house or sponsored training meetings when necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
• 3+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Ability to multi-task, orient to detail, and operate in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and lift up to 15 pounds above head.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job, including close vision.
• Exposure to hazardous substances/chemicals which requires safety training.

Pay

$20.75 per hour + shift differential.

Benefits

• Health care
• Retirement savings
• Paid time off/vacation
• Various employee discounts
• Competitive bonus and/or commission plan