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Kochoptik AG · 2 months ago

Associate Technician - Finishing

Farmingdale, NY

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$16.50/hr - $20/hr

Kochoptik AG is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses and eyewear products. The Associate Technician - Finishing will perform various duties in a manufacturing environment, focusing on coating, finishing, and surfacing processes for lenses.

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Responsibilities

Coating:

Clipping: Clip and secure lenses into baskets to begin the coating process

Machine Operator: Prepare and operate the coating machine to coat the lenses properly

Load and unload sectors with lenses:

Inspection: Inspect lenses prior to and immediately after coatings process to ensure that they are optically, cosmetically accurate, and in compliance with work ticket

Sandblasting: Disassemble and clean machines daily including the sandblasting of the parts

Finishing:

Mounting: Accurately apply drill holes to the lenses to ensure proper fit and alignment of the lenses and insert lenses into the frame while ensuring proper fit. May utilize the bevel wheel to remove the sharp edges of the lens

Edging Operator: Operate a variety of edging machines to cut lenses down to proper size and shape to fit the appropriate frame

Finish Layout: prepare an uncut lens for the edging process by outlining the center/alignment markings and affixing the chuck/block

Tinting: Accurately tint all lenses going through the tinting department

Surfacing:

Lens Preparation: Prepare Lens for surfacing process which includes de-boxing of product, taping exposed lens, and tray up

Machine Operator:

Taping: Operate taping equipment to apply protective tape to the front of the lenses

Surfacing Blocker: Utilize the blocking machine to accurately secure a block to all lenses going through the surfacing department

Generator Operator: Operate the generator machine used to cut the lenses to the correct prescription

Surface Finer/Polisher: Operate the equipment used to fine and polish all lenses going through the surfacing department

Spin Coat Operator: Operate the coating machine to apply spin coat and perform a cosmetic inspection of the lenses

Lens Washer: Hand wash and dry lenses followed by a brief cosmetic inspection of the lenses. Grasp lens with de-blocking cup and strike against table to remove block from lenses. Remove tape from lenses

Qualification

Machine OperationLens InspectionLens EdgingCoating ProcessTintingTeam CommunicationBasic Math SkillsAttention to Detail

Required

Able to work in a fast-paced production environment and regularly work with and communicate with others in a team

Ability to read, write, and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence in English

Basic ability to add, subtract, understand decimal numerical sequencing, and accurately compare number and letter sequences

Requires use of close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

Capable of coordinated use of hands and fingers to grasp, feel objects, transfer small items from one hand to another, fine manipulation, and bilateral reach with arms

Ability to plan, organize, develop, implement interpret, goals, objectives, policies and procedures of the organization, multi-task, prioritize, and use good judgement

Able to stand in one place for 10-12 hours a day

Capable of completing activities that include repetitive motions