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Requisition ID: 832995
Store #: E01925 Mfg Ops-Maintenance DUDL
Position:Full-Time
Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information
Gentex Optics is part of EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses. The Dudley, MA facility is home to Operations, Global Lens Engineering, and Research and Development teams that work together to develop, pilot and manufacture, semi-finished, polycarbonate lenses for premium markets. We also supply coatings, inks, inserts and other innovative products to customers throughout the world.
Our team members bring our mission to life each and every day by helping people see a brighter world.
GENERAL FUNCTION
- Lead the support team and operations for all automation equipment and processes that have been released to production.
- Insist that safety is the team’s number one priority!
- Responsible for making business decisions and achieving results.
- Establish and implement short and long-range departmental goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures. Design, establish, and maintain an organizational structure, cross training, and skill set to effectively accomplish the overall goals and objectives.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Technical support and assist AutoTechs during downtime and recovery.
- Manage and complete equipment PM’s and safety PM’s.
- Maintain proper utilization of spare parts of the team members.
- Root cause analysis of scratches coming out automated equipment and resolve issues using lean methods.
- Participate and propose methodology to reduce ASM questionable rates.
- Identify the root cause and seek help from inter departments (Molding & Engineering) and vendors (A&R) to reduce inking rejects.
- New product introduction through FIP equipment such as ASDM, ASM, LR, Operator Stations, Inker, Packers, Insert Room, PDG Automation, Lema Auto loading and FIP 4.
- Write new recovery procedures or update existing procedure after an improvement.
- Maintain AutoTech presence on all night shifts during shift AutoTech absence which includes vacation and sick time.
- Maintain reliable and safe manufacturing systems while improving production rates, efficiencies, yields and costs.
- Improve process capability and production volume while maintaining and improving quality standards.
- Support and resolve specific equipment concerns coordinating with internal and external vendors as needed.
- Become adept at understanding and troubleshooting specific equipment.
- Collect, record, and analyze data.
- Lead process improvement projects in cross-functional teams.
- Advise and/or lead corrective action activities.
- Ensure objectives are completed on time.
- Ability to be a quick and passionate learner.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with minimum 4 yrs of equipment maintenance experience and 2 years of people management in a manufacturing facility.
- Working knowledge of equipment trouble shooting and lean manufacturing principals.
- Ability to troubleshoot servo drives specifically AB drives.
- High level of interpersonal skills.
- Specific knowledge of Process Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (PFMEA). Specific knowledge of writing equipment or process / product validation documents.
- Working knowledge of equipment mechanical and electrical trouble shooting and lean manufacturing principals.
- Strong knowledge in electromechanical systems and troubleshooting utilizing Allen Bradley PLC ladder logix 5000.
- Strong knowledge in Magnemotion and Montrac conveyor system and potential capability to replace node controller, motors, TCU units and IRM’s.
- Coordinate effective collection of data from production equipment to improve the operation and reduce down time.
Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts.
Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, EssilorLuxottica will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need assistance in the application and hiring process. To request a reasonable accommodation, please call the Luxottica Ethics Compliance Hotline at 1-888-887-3348 (be sure to provide your name and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email HRCompliance@luxotticaretail.com.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.
