Senior Glazing Technician

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The ZEISS Group is an international leader in the field of optics.

We have been at the forefront of scientific discovery and innovation since our creation in 1846. We are a foundation, which means that we reinvest a significant proportion of our profits to fund innovation and support social responsibility, promoting research and education within the optical industry.

We are proud of our innovative and pioneering products that enhance the lives and health of millions of people around the world. This is reflected in Our Mission:

• As the pioneer of science in optics, we continue to challenge the limits of man’s imagination. With our passion for excellence, we create value for our customers and inspire the world to see in new ways.

ZEISS lenses are used throughout the world to improve vision, for example:

• Sony, Nokia and Google Earth use ZEISS lenses in their products and services
• Nearly all microchips are manufactured using ZEISS technology
• Two-thirds of all cataract operations are performed using ZEISS surgical systems
• The first images of man on the moon were captured using ZEISS lenses
• ZEISS camera lenses have won Technical Oscars and have been used to create films such as ‘Lord of the Rings’, ‘Steve Jobs’ and ‘Slumdog Millionaire’.

At ZEISS Vision Care we develop, produce and sell ophthalmic lens solutions. This includes devices for eye examinations, digital consultation and measurement applications as well as services for independent eye care professionals. ZEISS is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of spectacle lenses, coatings and materials. Around the globe, two people every second decide to purchase spectacle lenses from ZEISS.

ZEISS Vision Care UK is more successful today than it has ever been and our 2020 strategy is focused on accelerating our growth even further. The ZEISS Vision Care UK business is an exciting and challenging place to work, where individuals can make a real difference every day.

The moment you see things clearly, this is the moment we work for!

Purpose of the Job:

To produce high quality glazed spectacles, to meet customer expectations, with minimum rejections.

Key Requirements of the role include:

To work mainly within the glazing area of operations carrying out tasks in accordance to SOP:

• Frame tracing
• Manual & automated blocking
• Shape finder operation
• Lens edging (manual & automated)
• Rimless Cell – self-sufficient

Hand finishing and fitting of:

• Full rim metal/plastic frames (to include frame adjustments for fitting)
• Supra frames – Nylon and Inline
• Rimless Glazing Knowledge
• Horn and special frame knowledge – Preferred but not essential.

Required Knowledge & Experience:

Must Have:

• Glazing knowledge, minimum of 3-years experience in a fully functional Lab/shop environment.
• Machine knowledge with the ability to follow an order from start to finish within a Rimless area.
• Understanding of optical manufacturing processes

Desired:

• Understanding of Carl Zeiss Vision products and descriptions

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Company pension
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Birmingham: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Glazing: 3 years (required)

Work Location: In person