Maintenance Tech- 2nd shift

2nd Shift Maintenance Technician 

$25/hour minimum, plus $2 second shift pay premium, plus Incentive Pay available.

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.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Diagnose and repair Optical Lab equipment. Ensure preventive maintenance is completed on all lab equipment. Set up new lab equipment. Perform Optical Lab facility and grounds maintenance.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

OPTICAL LAB MAINTENANCE 

• Understand each machine’s design and function 
• Diagnose and repair Optical Lab equipment 
• Complete weekly preventive maintenance on machines 
• Complete all daily job duties to include calibrations, blade changes, filter changes, etc. 
• Inspect, operate and test equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions 
• Document all repair and maintenance actions 
• Communicate with vendors to follow up on parts orders and equipment diagnosis 

 OPTICAL LAB FACILITY MAINTENANCE 

• Perform routine preventive maintenance 
• Ensure building systems operate efficiently 
• Perform all building maintenance to include HVAC, plumbing, lighting, electrical, landscaping, snow removal, etc. to meet standards 

 TRAINING AND IMPROVEMENT 

• Attend training classes for new equipment 
• Engage in on-going training with Equipment Lead 
• Remain current on new product information 
• Learn to prioritize responsibilities to ensure exceptional internal and external customer service 

MAINTAIN SAFE WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Follow all company and lab policies and guidelines
• Adhere to safety guidelines and OSHA regulations
• Perform stretching before reporting to workstation
  
  

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Graduate or equivalent
• Preferably 2 years of equipment maintenance experience
• Proven ability to repair sophisticated equipment
• Optical experience a plus, but not required
• Computer skills (Microsoft Office, Outlook, data entry, etc.)
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills
• Analytical and decision-making skills
• Self-motivated and detail oriented
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize
• Valid driver’s license

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 25-35 pounds on a repetitive basis and up to 75 pounds
• Ability to operate a pallet jack
• 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
• Ability to perform work in various departments within the lab on business needs

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.