In our proprietary lab in De Pere, WI, we manufacture quality eyewear for our eye care center patients at over 145 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.
2ndShift - QA Inspector $500 Sign On bonus
Starting pay is $18.50 / hour, 4 Day Workweek!
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 1st Shift QA Inspector to join our team at our manufacturing facility in De Pere, Wisconsin.
POSITION SUMMARY :
Perform final inspection of lenses, frames and eyewear to ensure they are optically and cosmetically accurate. Validate all orders meet Shopko and ANSI standards and match to the prescription specifications.
Taking Care of our Teams who Take Care of our Patients
- Competitive Wages, plus Production and Attendance pay Incentives
- 401K with Match
- Vacation Pay / Personal Day
- Volunteer Time Off
- Sick Pay for Hourly Teammates
- Health & Wellbeing Benefits
- Voluntary / Cafeteria Offerings
- Employee Assistance Program
- On the Job Training & Certification
- Teammate Recognition Program
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
INSPECTION AND VALIDATION
Inspect lenses to ensure they are optically and cosmetically accurate ensuring all work meets Shopko and ANSI standardsIdentify prism, axis, checking for power, checking optics, bench alignment and defects. Communicate defects appropriatelyEnsure optical accuracy by validating power, prism, axis, PD-s, seg height, lens fit and cosmetic add-onsRead the work ticket to verify prescription instructions such as tints, powers, adds coatings, tints, prism, special instructionsPROCESS IMPROVEMENT
Partner with production team and support areas to identify breakages and look for resolution to improve quality and service to our customersAssist Production Lead – Finish and / or Production Manager – Finish with tracking defects or fixers in order to improve quality and trainingUse problem solving techniques to proactively address patterns of concern. Elevate to Production Manager – Finish for resolution when appropriatePartner with teammates, leads and managers when opportunities are identified for continuous improvement and offer recommendations for implementationMAINTAIN SAFE WORK ENVIRONMENT
Follow all company and lab policies and guidelinesAdhere to safety guidelines and OSHA regulationsEnsure machines are operating effectively and safelyEnsure orders are fabricated only if a work ticket is providedFabricate all orders in accordance with ANSI and company standardsPerform stretching before reporting to workstationMINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIREMENTS :
High School Graduate or equivalentShopko OCE Certification required within 12 months of hire / transfer / promotion. ABO Certification desirableMinimum of 3-5 years previous related experience in optical (eyewear) manufacturing or optical retail settingProfessional written and oral communication skillsInterpersonal skillsComputer skills (Microsoft Office, Outlook, data entry, etc.)Ability to problem solve in a professional manner and timely fashionAnalytical and decision-making skillsSelf-motivated and detail orientedAbility to multi-task and prioritizeESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & WORK REQUIREMENTS :
Ability to effectively communicate at all levels within the organization through written and two-way verbal communicationAble to read and write at a high school graduate levelAble to sit or stand for extended periods of timeAble to operate various Optical Lab equipment and office equipmentDemonstrate physical agility (bending, climbing, twisting, squatting, lifting, pushing, reaching, etc.) on a repetitive basisAbility to lift an average of 25 pounds on a repetitive basisAbility to see (Near, Distance, Color, and Depth Perception)Manual and finger dexterity, as well as hand / arm steadinessAbility to grip and hold itemsGood eye and hand coordinationAbility to work in a fast-paced production environmentAble to work normal and / or extended (evenings, nights, and weekends) office hours to meet established deadlinesAble to travel independently to support Company objectives and personal developmentThese 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.