Lens Manufacturing Production Operator

About This Role

Department:
Surfacing/Hard Coating/ AR coating/Tinting/ Marking
Reports To:
Department Supervisor / Production Manager

Job Summary:
The Lens Manufacturing Production Operator is responsible for operating production equipment and manual processes to manufacture optical lenses in full compliance with requirements.

Key Responsibilities:
Production Operations

• Operate lens manufacturing machines (blocking, surfacing, polishing, coating, tinting, finishing) according to approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Follow validated process parameters and work instructions without deviation
• Ensure correct job identification and processing at each production stage

Quality & Compliance (ISO / SFDA)
Perform in-process inspections in line with quality control plans

• Identify and segregate non-conforming products according to nonconformance procedures
• Immediately report deviations, defects, or process abnormalities

Documentation & Record Keeping
Complete production logs, batch records, and checklists in real time

• Ensure all entries are accurate, legible, and compliant with data integrity (ALCOA+) principles
• Follow document control procedures (use only latest approved SOP versions)

Equipment & Maintenance

• Perform routine equipment checks and basic preventive maintenance
• Ensure machines are in validated status before use
• Report any malfunction or calibration issues immediately

Health, Safety & Environment

• Follow all EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) policies and PPE requirements
• Handle chemicals (coating, tinting) according to safety data sheets (SDS)
• Maintain cleanroom or controlled environment standards where applicable

Continuous Improvement

• Participate in audits (internal, external, SFDA inspections)
• Support corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
• Contribute to process improvement and waste reduction initiatives

Qualifications & Requirements:
High school diploma or technical certification (preferred)
1–3 years experience in manufacturing (optical or medical device preferred)

• Familiarity with ISO 9001 and/or ISO 13485 standards (advantage)
• Basic understanding of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)
• Ability to read and follow SOPs and technical instructions
• Basic computer literacy for documentation and system entry

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Understanding of quality and compliance mindset
• Good documentation practices (GDP)
• Problem-solving and escalation awareness
• Teamwork and communication
• Ability to work under controlled and regulated environments
• Language Proficiency (English)

Working Conditions:

• Manufacturing / controlled environment (may include cleanroom)
• Standing for extended periods
• Exposure to machinery and approved chemicals
• Mandatory use of PPE
• Ability of working in deferent shifts.

Language:

• English (Preferred)

Work Location: In person