If you combine a strong work ethic with a sense of accountability and the motivation to learn quickly, this position offers you some great opportunities. You will:

• Start building a career home at a global industry leader, playing an important and stable role in our warehouse.
• Expand your knowledge and experience, backed by training and support from a collaborative, motivated team. Quick question for you - click here
• Work a consistent schedule -- typical business hours, Monday through Friday, with no evenings or weekends.
• Earn competitive pay and first-rate benefits, and enjoy an upbeat culture in a fast-paced environment.
• Become part of an organization driven by a threefold mission: Improving lives by improving sight, Innovating for better vision, and Reaching the 2.7 billion underserved.

You will provide shipping support for the products of Essilor Instruments, a leader in the development of modern solutions and technologies for eye care professionals throughout the world. Essilor Instruments is part of the Stereo Optical group, a division of Essilor of America, Inc. Essilor of America is the leading manufacturer of eyeglass lenses in the United States, employs more than 7,000 people, and operates the largest and most comprehensive optical laboratory network in the U.S.

Video/image: Essilor Instruments offers a wide range of solutions for eyecare professionals, such as the Vision-R 700 Automatic Phoropter (presented in the video) and Mr Blue 2.0 Lens Finishing System. Leveraging cutting-edge technology, Mr Blue enables customers to differentiate their offerings and optimize the edging process.

While relevant experience would be helpful, as long as you are highly motivated and able to learn quickly, we want to hear from you. In addition, to be a good fit for the Shipping Associate opportunity, you will have:

• Computer proficiency, including the ability to work in multiple systems simultaneously.
• The ability to handle multiple requests effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Solid problem-solving skills.
• The ability to follow directions.
• A track record demonstrating responsibility and reliability.
• A high school diploma is preferred. Quick question for you - click here

This is a physical job that will require you to sit and/or stand for long periods, help unload deliveries and move or reposition equipment weighing up to 75 lbs. on occasion.

To meet the basic qualification for this role, you will have legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship.

You will report to a local manager and join a busy team of 8 to 10 performing different tasks in the warehouse/light production area. You'll handle a variety of tasks involved in shipping and receiving equipment and materials. In the process you'll use internal computer systems, such as our ERP, as well as shipping portals.

More specifically, you will:

• Coordinate and support all aspects of shipping into and out of the Stereo office.
• Support both domestic and international shipping arrangements.
• Fully document transactions of all product in Microsoft Great Plains.
• Understand the portals used for shipment of product for each of the carriers used.
• Communicate to the team any issues or delays experienced in the shipment coordination.
• Complete, maintain and process pertinent paperwork.
• Represent the company in the appropriate manner in the industry including timeliness, personal habits and appearance.
• Keep management informed of significant issues.
• Assist with the Stereo Production side of the business as needed.
• Handle other duties as assigned by manager.

Note: this description is intended to give you a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive listing of duties and responsibilities.

Pictured: The OCT 500 optical coherence tomographer is the most user-friendly OCT on the market due to its fully-automatic function. With one touch on the screen, eye focus, optimization, and image capture are performed automatically.

Professional development
We'll provide training to set you up for success, covering our business, culture and (of course) the practical and functional aspects of this role. We're committed to ensuring you thrive here, and history shows that strong performers can advance their careers at Essilor Instruments, Stereo Optical and Essilor of America.

Great environment
Our culture is entrepreneurial, and the company has been innovating both technologically and to solve problems for over 70 years. This is an exciting time to join: our 2018 merger with Luxottica has given us an unmatched global footprint in the eyewear industry. If you're someone who loves to learn, this could be a great place to grow your career.

Truly living our values
At Stereo Optical and across Essilor, we believe everyone deserves to see life and all its detail with the best vision possible. That's why, in addition to designing, manufacturing and distributing quality vision care solutions worldwide, we invest in raising awareness of the importance of good vision, support eyecare professionals, invent new technologies and products, and support philanthropic initiatives. We also are committed to robust standards for environmental sustainability.

Excellent benefits
In addition to a competitive wage, we offer comprehensive benefits.

We'll provide both initial training and ongoing support, but we'll also look to you to be proactive about learning and getting up to speed quickly. We're looking for an individual who will understand and assume ownership of the role, and bring an enthusiastic, self-motivated approach every day. To fit in well with the warehouse team, you will bring a strong work ethic and establish a reputation for being reliable.

You'll have a desk, although it is an open space where other activities are going on. This will help you communicate with others, but you also will need to be able to focus on the task at hand. In addition, to be an outstanding Shipping Associate, you will:

• Manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively
• Be safety-conscious at all times
• Bring a commitment to our mission and goals
• Communicate clearly with your supervisor and teammates
• Pay attention to details and documentation