What are the responsibilities and job description for the Surface Operator position at Zenni Optical?
Who We Are
Born from a mission to make prescription eyewear affordable and accessible to everyone, Zenni Optical has been changing the way people see the world since 2003. With complete prescription pairs for adults and kids starting at under $10, we've grown into a global brand with over 51 million pairs of glasses sold — and counting
Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, we're proud to be the Official Eyewear of the San Francisco 49ers, Boston Celtics, Monster Jam, Ghost Gaming, TSM, Major League Pickleball and more. We've also partnered with tastemakers and designers like Chase Stokes, Jrue Holiday, and George and Claire Kittle to bring our brand to life in bold, meaningful ways.
Innovation is at the heart of everything we do at Zenni — from our revolutionary EyeQLenz with Zenni ID Guard glasses to our cutting-edge VR Vision Screener, we're constantly exploring new ways to improve vision and enhance lives. For more information, please visit
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About the Role
We are looking for a highly motivated Surface Operator (Machine Operator) who is eager to learn and develop in the optical field onsite in Obetz, Ohio. The ideal candidate has strong organizational skills, open to feedback, and looking to grow their career. If you are open to light physical labor (frames and lenses for eye glasses) and working with a fantastic team to help people everywhere buy more affordable glasses, we'd love to hear from you
The Obetz location offers a brand new and climate controlled facility with free daily meals and snacks You'll have the opportunity to move up in the organization based on performance reviews.
Want to learn more about our team? Watch our story and see how we're making an impact—check out the video below
Shift: Monday - Thursday 7:00 am - 5:30 pm (must be available for overtime as needed, including weekends)
Compensation: $17 - $19/hour (based on applicable experience)
Responsibilities:
- Calibration of machines
- Light maintenance and maintaining of equipment
- Troubleshooting root cause issues
- Ensure proper order flow throughout department
- Maintain good housekeeping, 6S
- Ensure daily / weekly / monthly goals are met
- Adherence to all company policies, processes, and procedures (i.e. Health & Safety Awareness)
- Report to management on activities and issues
- Inter-department running
Basic Qualifications:
- Ability to stand and move for duration of shift
- Strong organizational skills
- Good literacy and numeracy skills
- You are proactive and have a strong ability to identify & problem solve
- Follow instructions and production schedules
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous warehousing experience is a bonus
Perks & Benefits:
- Annual Bonus Program
- Employee Paid - Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401K & matching)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Public Holidays)
- Training & Development
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health savings account
- Vision insurance
- Free Lunch Daily
- Referral program
As a condition of employment for this role, you will be required to undergo pre-employment drug testing in accordance with our company policies and applicable law.
We look forward to hearing from you
We strive to build a diverse team of individuals with a broad range of experience and perspectives. We encourage you to apply even if you don't feel you meet all the qualifications.
Zenni Optical is an equal opportunity workplace and considers applications without regard to race, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.
Salary : $17 - $19