Lead Technician, Lab

About the role

How many companies can say they've been in business for over 179 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?

Lead Lab Technician is a senior level position. Under minimal supervision where operations and sequences are specified by written and verbal instructions and established practices, the Lead Lab Tech will perform a wide range of tasks ranging from routine to more advanced or difficult tasks associated with the lens manufacturing processes. The Lead Lab Tech will also help with supervisory responsibilities.

Here's what you'll do

• This position will have a variety of tasks within the department with minimal supervision.
• Must have solid to advanced optical knowledge.
• Cross training will be required within the lab and may include:

• Maintaining appropriate production reports.
• Understanding of lens coatings.
• Understanding of optical equipment and troubleshooting.
• Intermediate level lens inspection.
• Knowledge of DVI operating system (or compatible).
• Ability to consult with customers on various issues.
• Purchasing / receiving of lenses and / or frames.
• Invoicing and billing.
• Tinting of lenses.
• Produce drill mounts.
• Package sorting and shipping.
• Organizational skills.
• Blocking, spot, taping and foco.
• Rx ordering and data entry.
• Performs routine, semi-routine, and complex 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.
• Employ troubleshooting techniques to determine cause of instrument failure and implement repairs where necessary
• Complies with all safety regulations as well as maintains a clean and safe work environment.
• Maintain appropriate written and/or computer documentation.
• Generally assigned certain tasks within a specified department but has knowledge to perform majority of the tasks within a specified department.
• Provides work direction and assists with supervisor responsibilities.
• May receive cross training in other departments.
• Maintains a clean working environment.
• Follows safety standards and reports any safety concerns to leadership.

Do you qualify?

• Full knowledge of at least one department and basic knowledge of the entire lab Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues
• Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time
• Be able perform repetitive movements with upper and lower extremities.
• Requires ability to sustain lengthy periods of visual concentration and good hand/eye/foot coordination.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• 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

Additional information

The pay offered for this role may be influenced by factors such as job location, scope of role, qualifications, education, experience, & complexity/specialization/scarcity of talent.

This position is eligible for a Performance Bonus.

Benefits

We have world class benefits to support you as an employee at ZEISS:

• Medical
• Vision
• Dental
• 401k Matching
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Vacation and sick pay from your first day

ZEISS is an EEO/AA/M/F/Disabled Veteran Employer