Surface Technician (1st Shift) - Berea, OH

Summary
Join our manufacturing team as a Surface Technician, where you'll be responsible for operating and maintaining critical surface processing equipment to ensure optimal production performance. This hands-on role involves troubleshooting equipment errors, implementing preventive maintenance protocols, and maintaining the highest standards of equipment functionality and cleanliness. You'll work in a dynamic manufacturing environment, contributing to operational efficiency and product quality while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Primary Responsibilities (Will Train)
•    Maintain operational status of assigned surface equipment
•    Clear equipment errors and perform restarts
•    Load consumables (alloy, blocks, pads, polish)
•    Keep equipment and work area clean
•    Participate in scheduled equipment maintenance
•    Report equipment malfunctions and quality issues to management
•    Assist with calibration, setup, and light maintenance
•    Record process data accurately
•    Support other lab operations as needed

Key Skills Required
•    Teamwork and collaboration
•    Basic math and problem-solving abilities
•    Proficiency in English (reading/writing)
•    Computer skills (Windows, MS Office)
•    Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
•    Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
•    Flexibility for overtime, weekends, and holidays

Experience Preferred
•    Optical industry experience (ophthalmic lenses) 
•    Automated equipment, CNC, or computer operation

Education Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent

Physical Requirements
•    Ability to stand, walk, and use hands for extended periods
•    Frequent reaching, bending, and occasional sitting
•    Lift up to 25 pounds regularly
•    Close vision and focus adjustment abilities required
 

Primary Responsibilities

• Maintain operational status of assigned surface equipment
• Clear equipment errors and perform restarts
• Load consumables (alloy, blocks, pads, polish)
• Keep equipment and work area clean
• Participate in scheduled equipment maintenance
• Report equipment malfunctions and quality issues to management
• Assist with calibration, setup, and light maintenance
• Record process data accurately
• Support other lab operations as needed

Additional Duties

• Will be cross-trained and required to perform other lab duties as assigned and when needed

Key Skills Required

• Teamwork and collaboration
• Basic math and problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency in English (reading/writing)
• Computer skills (Windows, MS Office)
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
• Flexibility for overtime, weekends, and holidays

Experience Preferred

• Optical industry experience (ophthalmic lenses) 
• Automated equipment, CNC, or computer operation

Education Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and use hands for extended periods
• Frequent reaching, bending, and occasional sitting
• Lift up to 25 pounds regularly
• Close vision and focus adjustment abilities required

Safety Requirements

• Understanding of workplace safety programs
• Wear required PPE (closed-toe shoes, safety glasses)
• Safe tool handling practices
• Moderate to loud noise work environment with moving machinery