Lab Technician I at Zeiss Group in St. Cloud, Minnesota

Job Description:

About Us:
How many companies can say they've been in business for over 177 years?!
Here at ZEISS, we certainly can! As the pioneers of science, ZEISS handles the everchanging environments in a fast-paced world, meeting it with cutting edge of technologies and continuous advancements. ZEISS believes that innovation and technology are the key to a sustainable future and solutions for global change. We have a diverse range of portfolios throughout the ZEISS family in segments like, Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology, Consumer Markets and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology. We are a global company with over 42,000 employees and have over 4,000 in the US and Canada alone! Make a difference, come join the team!

What's the role?
As a Lab Technician you get to work with an impactful team that plays a vital role in quality assurance, production and manufacturing. Showcase your skills and experience in the Vision Care space, providing quality products for millions of people across the world.
Sound Interesting?
Here's what you'll do:

- Qualifies and inspects products to ensure compliance with CZV specifications and standards.

- Maintains appropriate written and / or computer documentation.

- Maintains a clean and safe work environment.

- Works within a specific area and may be cross-trained to work in other areas.

- Works in different workstations or product lines as production needs require.

- Participates in meetings to enhance departmental communication and efficiency.

- Trains peers.

Do you qualify?

Education:

Required: HSD / GED / Equivalent Experience

Experience:

Required: 0 - 2 years related experience

Preferred: Manufacturing experience

KSAs:

Required:

- Ability to follow safety guidelines with the ability to identify and understand safety items

-Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-task production environment

-Exceptional attendance record

-Honest, dependable and able to follow directions either written or verbal

-Professional demeanor with a positive attitude and approach to work

-Patience to fully see the task through is a must

-Analytical and problem-solving skills

-Ability to work in a team setting or independently, as needed

-Customer Service Mindset

-Desire to learn

-Ability to read English and identify numbers

-Good verbal and written communication with the ability to communicate with other associates in a clear, concise manner

-Must have a flexible schedule and be able to work overtime when needed

Preferred:

-May require vision and / or color hue recognition testing (Required for tinters)

-General office/computer experience

-Basic knowledge of frame and lenses

-Manufacturing skill set

We have amazing benefits to support you as an employee at ZEISS!

• Medical (HSA, PPO, HRA, plus! Telemedicine)


• Vision, simply amazing coverage, $0 Single/Bifocal/Trifocal lenses! Plus, many additional discounts and savings.


• Dental (PPO and PPO Buy-up)


• 401k Matching! .67/1.00 up to 6%, vested immediately! Plus an additional 2% (on a 3 yr vest)


• Flex Spending Account


• Employee Assistance Programs: Emotional Well-being support, Financial, Legal Services, Identity theft protection and more!)


• MetLife plans: Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Home/Auto discounts and more


• Vacation and sick pay


• The list goes on!

We are an EEO/AA/Veterans/Disabled employer. If you need accommodations to complete the application process, please email emilio.arias.ext@zeiss.com to request assistance.

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:
Emilio Arias

Zeiss provides Equal Employment Opportunity without unlawful regard to an Applicants race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, citizen status, sexual orientation, pregnancy (includes childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic predisposition, carrier status, gender expression or identity, including transgender identity, or any other class or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law of the employee (or the people with whom the employee associates, including relatives and friends).