Product Engineer

Date: Apr 26, 2024

Brand: Essilor and Subsidiaries

Location:

Dallas, TX, US, 75234

Requisition ID: 844610

Position: Full-Time

We are EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses. The Company brings together the complementary expertise of two industry pioneers, one in advanced lens technologies and the other in the craftsmanship of iconic eyewear, to create a vertically integrated business that is uniquely positioned to address the world’s evolving vision needs and the global demand of a growing eyewear industry.

With over 180,000 dedicated employees in 150 countries driving our iconic brands, our people are creative, entrepreneurial and celebrated for their unique perspectives and individuality. Committed to vision, we enable people to “see more and be more” thanks to our innovative designs and lens technologies, exceptional quality and cutting-edge processing methods. Every day we impact the lives of millions by changing the way people see the world.

Our unique business model and relentless pursuit of operational excellence ensures that consumers everywhere have access to products. Balancing speed, efficiency and proximity, the Company manages a global supply chain with cutting-edge technology, based on centralization for frames and on a capillary network for lens finishing and prescription laboratories. Greasing the wheels behind the scenes, our people in Operations are the backbone of our Company.

GENERAL FUNCTION

The GE ADVA Technology Engineer provides appropriate New Product and Process deployment and Support to North and South American Zone Lab network(s).

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deploy New products, Processes & technologies to the American Zone Lab network

• Deploy and validate the proper deployment through execution of validation plans

• Participate in the building of tools/scripts for use in the team's processes (support, assessments)

• Provide training using the LOFT formula

• Deliver trainings and knowledge transfers covering standard operating procedures, and process standards, to Rx laboratories, and to lab technical support groups using the LOFT training modules.

• Identify training needs for Rx lab personel and technical support groups

• Perform actions to standardize the labs

• Perform equipment, process & Rx laboratory assessments focusing on process standards, process control, calibration, maintenance, product conformity and industrial performance

• Define action plans w/ the lab and stakeholders and follow-up on it's implementation

• Validate improvements coming from the labs to become part of the standard

• Coordinate local on-site industrial pilots for new equipment, processes, and tooling

• Provide innovative solutions to problems and contribute to Essilor’s intellectual property portfolio

• Provide ad hoc support to solve crisis

• Capture and analyze machine and production capability and performance data (EER, OEE, consumables, throughput, errors, kick-outs...)

• Identify issues in product conformity, process and industrial performance and provide inputs to drive the HMC process continuous improvement cycle

• COMMUNICATE

• Communicate at all levels within the Organization on project status and important technical points

• Create and present reports, presentations, spreadsheets and web-based tools to communicate progress and results of your work

• Keep up-to-date on relevant HMC technologies as well as monitoring competitor actions through available internal and external tools

• Visit with vendors and suppliers

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum B.S. Degree in an engineering field in particular, in material science and/or chemistry and/or physics and/or mechanical engineering w/

• – 5 to 10 years minimum experience in similar industries or technologies

• – Excellent verbal and written communication

• – Ability to work and communicate effectively in a team and multicultural environment.

• – Ability to work with all members of working groups, skill levels and expertise

• – A high level of demonstrated technical proficiency and aptitude (ie: problem solving skills, scientific methodology, statistical analysis, etc.).

• – Ability to work independently and as a team member to accomplish objectives

• – Ability to multi-task and prioritize

• – Flexibility in work assignments to accommodate group and individual goals

• – Advanced math such as College level Algebra

• – Understand decimal numerical sequencing

• – Proficient in computer use with Microsoft products (Office), Gmail and other software tools.

• – Results oriented and a demonstrated spirit of innovation. Able to propose and develop new processes and techniques with an eye towards the customer environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• process experience is preferred. Equivalent experience is, however, considered.Experience preferred

Specific software, industry, previous role experience

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.

Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, EssilorLuxottica will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need assistance in the application and hiring process.  To request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844-303-0229 (be sure to provide your name and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email HRCompliance@luxotticaretail.com.

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.

Nearest Major Market: Dallas

Nearest Secondary Market: Fort Worth

Job Segment: Supply Chain, Supply, Ophthalmic, Operations, Healthcare