Facilities & Equipment Reliability Technician; Ophthalmic Manufacturing

Overview

Your impact

In this role, you’ll keep sophisticated lens manufacturing and facility systems running at peak performance. You’ll close gaps before they become downtime, document rigorously, and collaborate with vendors and teammates to sustain a world-class operation.

• Perform and document preventive maintenance on production and facility equipment per plan.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical issues; complete calibrations and daily setups.
• Handle general facility maintenance (plumbing, HVAC, electrical, mechanical) and PLC-related tasks.
• Disassemble, clean, repair, and reassemble equipment as required.
• Enter and analyze maintenance information; track PMs, work orders, and tools/parts in Megamations.
• Train manufacturing and maintenance associates in partnership with the maintenance team lead.
• Support quality and continuous improvement by aiding process enhancement initiatives.
• Model dependable attendance and punctuality; follow company policies.
• Maintain and enforce safety standards, including Lock-Out/Tag-Out; provide immediate feedback on hazards.
• Contribute to special projects and take on additional duties as needed.

• High school diploma or GED with 1+ year related maintenance experience.
• Experience in highly automated, lean/continuous flow manufacturing environments.
• Proven troubleshooting skills using electrical schematics, multimeters, and equipment documentation.
• Ability to work remotely with vendors, contractors, and suppliers to resolve issues.
• Basic PC literacy and solid math skills.
• Safety mindset with knowledge of LOTO procedures.
• Physical ability to lift 50–100 lbs., stand/walk continuously, and lift from waist, shoulder, and overhead frequently.

• Associate degree in a technical discipline or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of related maintenance experience.

Essilor Luxottica is a global leader in vision care—designing, manufacturing, and distributing lenses, frames, and sunglasses in 150+ countries. Our lens innovations include Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest, and Transitions. Our iconic eyewear brands span Ray-Ban, Oakley, Persol, and Oliver Peoples. Consumers connect with us through Sunglass Hut, Lens Crafters, Target Optical, and leading e-commerce platforms.

We balance speed, efficiency, and proximity through a tech-enabled supply chain—centralized for frames and a capillary network for lens finishing and prescription laboratories. Join 200,000+ colleagues in an environment that gives you space to innovate. Follow us on Linked In to learn more.

Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our business. 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.

Essilor Luxottica complies with all applicable laws related to the application and hiring process. If you would like to provide feedback regarding an active job posting, or if you are an individual with a disability who would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please call the Essilor Luxottica Speak Up Hotline at  (be sure to provide your name, job r, and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email HRC

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.

Facilities Equipment Reliability Technician Ophthalmic Manufacturing
• Shorewood, IL, US