What are the responsibilities and job description for the QA Inspector – Optical Lab position at Shoptikal, LLC?
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.
1st Shift - QA Inspector $500 Sign On Bonus
Starting pay is $18.50/hour
and
2nd Shift - QA Inspector $1000 Sign On Bonus
Starting pay is $18.50/hour plus a $2 shift differential, 4 Day Work week!
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 QA Inspectors 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 & 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 standards
• Identify prism, axis, checking for power, checking optics, bench alignment and defects. Communicate defects appropriately
• Ensure optical accuracy by validating power, prism, axis, PD-s, seg height, lens fit and cosmetic add-ons
• Read the work ticket to verify prescription instructions such as tints, powers, adds coatings, tints, prism, special instructions
PROCESS IMPROVEMENT
• Partner with production team and support areas to identify breakages and look for resolution to improve quality and service to our customers
• Assist Production Lead – Finish and/or Production Manager – Finish with tracking defects or fixers in order to improve quality and training
• Use problem solving techniques to proactively address patterns of concern. Elevate to Production Manager – Finish for resolution when appropriate
• Partner with teammates, leads and managers when opportunities are identified for continuous improvement and offer recommendations for implementation
MAINTAIN SAFE WORK ENVIRONMENT
• Follow all company and lab policies and guidelines
• Adhere to safety guidelines and OSHA regulations
• Ensure machines are operating effectively and safely
• Ensure orders are fabricated only if a work ticket is provided
• Fabricate all orders in accordance with ANSI and company standards
• Perform stretching before reporting to workstation
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:
• High School Graduate or equivalent
• Shopko OCE Certification required within 12 months of hire/transfer/promotion. ABO Certification desirable
• Minimum of 3-5 years previous related experience in optical (eyewear) manufacturing or optical retail setting
• Professional written and oral communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Computer skills (Microsoft Office, Outlook, data entry, etc.)
• Ability to problem solve in a professional manner and timely fashion
• Analytical and decision-making skills
• Self-motivated and detail oriented
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize
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 Optical Lab equipment and office equipment
• Demonstrate physical agility (bending, climbing, twisting, squatting, lifting, pushing, reaching, etc.) on a repetitive basis
• Ability to lift an average of 25 pounds on a repetitive basis
• 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 work normal and/or extended (evenings, nights, and weekends) office hours to meet established deadlines
• Able to travel independently to support Company objectives and personal development
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.
