Technician I, Lab

About Us: How many companies can say they’ve been in business for over 177 years?! Here at ZEISS, we certainly can! As the pioneers of science, ZEISS handles the everchanging environments in a fast-paced world, meeting it with cutting edge of technologies and continuous advancements. ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change. We have a diverse range of portfolios throughout the ZEISS family in segments like, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology, Consumer Markets and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology. We are a global company with over 42,000 employees and have over 4,000 in the US and Canada alone! Make a difference, come join the team!

What’s the role?

Lab Tech I is an entry level position. Under close supervision where operations and sequences are specified by written and verbal instructions and established practices, the Lab Tech I will perform routine production duties associated with the lens manufacturing processes.

Sound Interesting? Here’s what you’ll do:

Inventory: Stocking, Auditing, Picking

Surfacing: Taping, Blocking, Ink Marking, Alloy Management, Generating, Engraving, De-blocking, Backside Coating, Wash-Up, Sorting, Routing, Tools, Fining, Polishing

Coating: Scribing, Washline, Stripping, Sorting, Sandblasting

Computer use.

Performs routine production duties associated with various aspects of lens production paying close attention to quality, quantity and efficiency. Refer to the Job Matrix for further departmental specifics.

Qualifies and inspect product to ensure compliance with CZV specifications and standards.

Comply with all safety regulations as well as maintain a clean and safe work environment.

Maintain appropriate written and/or computer documentation.

Generally assigned some tasks within a specified department but may receive cross training on new tasks.

Additional tasks as needed.

Participate in meetings to enhance departmental communication and efficiency.

May be assigned to different workstations or product lines as production needs require.

May train peers.

Do you qualify?

HS Diploma or equivalent

0-2 years related experience

Reliable, honest, dependable and be able to follow directions either written or verbal

Customer Service Mindset

Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time

Be able perform repetitive movements with upper and lower extremities.

Must be able to regularly lift 10 pounds.

Must be able to excerpt up to 20 PSI with hands

Requires ability to sustain lengthy periods of visual concentration and good hand/eye/foot coordination.

Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-task production environment. Have the ability to focus for long periods of time

Have an eye for attention to detail and symmetry

Have solid dexterity and mechanical skills

Patience to fully see the task through is a must

Ability to communicate with other associates in a clear, concise manner

Professional demeanor

General office/computer experience

We have amazing benefits to support you as an employee at ZEISS!

Medical (HSA, PPO, HRA, plus! Telemedicine)

Vision, simply amazing coverage, $0 Single/Bifocal/Trifocal lenses! Plus, many additional discounts and savings.

Dental (PPO and PPO Buy-up)

401k Matching! .67/1.00 up to 6%, vested immediately! Plus an additional 2% (on a 3 yr vest)

Flex Spending Account

Employee Assistance Programs: Emotional Well-being support, Financial, Legal Services, Identity theft protection and more!)

MetLife plans: Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Home/Auto discounts and more

Vacation and sick pay

The list goes on!

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team: Christina Choing