EssilorLuxottica Hiring For Gentex – Engineer- Project at Dudley, MA Full Time

Requisition ID: 832563 

Store #: E01928 Len Sub Mat-Tech-TP Dev-RPT DUDL 

Position:Full-Time

Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information

Gentex Optics is part of EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames and sunglasses. The Dudley, MA facility is home to Operations, Global Lens Engineering, and Research and Development teams that work together to develop, pilot and manufacture, semi-finished, polycarbonate lenses for premium markets. We also supply coatings, inks, inserts and other innovative products to customers throughout the world.

Our team members bring our mission to life each and every day by helping people see a brighter world.

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GENERAL FUNCTION 

To provide injection molding process and project management expertise in the development of new products, materials, new technologies, production equipment and processes concerning manufacturing of thermoplastic ophthalmic lenses, with specific focus on the development of Finished Single Vision Lenses in Dudley, MA.  Conduct development and industrialization of new processes for ophthalmic lens manufacturing and lead those processes through feasibility, development and pilot. 

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Update, Create, Transfer and reconcile Assebmly Tables for Finished products, from the current Oracle to SAP, in the EssilorLuxottica product management system.
• Provide expertise and lead the development of injection molded Finished Single Vision Lenses in the Global Engineering platform located in Dudley, MA.
• Manage industrial projects and prioritized studies and or participate in project teams as a technical resource.
• Conduct project management for the implementation of new products, new materials, new equipment, tooling and process related to injection molding.
• Conduct scoping of any new engineering activity for product, process, and efficiency improvement.
• Demonstrate scientific approach by being data driven.
• Utilize Problem Solving Methodology when required.
• Technical documentation in the field of expertise.
• Capitalization of knowledge on GLE activites.
• Communicate at all levels of the organization on project status and important technical points.
• Coordinate with process engineers and technicians, as needed, during assigned activity.
• Provide input where applicable, for resource and budget planning. 

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bachelor’s degree with 1 – 2 years experience in injection molding and polymer materials.
• Excellent understanding of the relationship between materials, tooling, process and product quality.
• Proficient is use of metrology tools used in optics and lens-curvature measurement tools.
• Hands-on approach to problem solving utilizing statistical data analysis and DOEs with a good understanding of latest advances in scientific injection molding.
• Ability to collaborate with material suppliers for thermoplastic development.
• Strong emphasis on identifying and creating Intellectual Property.
• Perform expertise for layout and design, as needed by our customers and partners for new equipment, tooling and process.
• Support and promote innovation and competitive intelligence.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bachelor’s degree with 4- 7 years experience in injection molding and polymer materials.
• Hands-on experience in injection molding of Finished Single Vision lenses using polycarbonate.
• A fundamental understanding of computational methods used in polymer flow, thermal and structural analysis.
• An excellent understanding of the SAP product management system used in EssilorLuxottica.
• Excellent understanding of optics as related to the manufacture of ophthalmic lenses.

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 Luxottica Ethics Compliance Hotline at 1-888-887-3348 (be sure to provide your name and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email ************@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.