Automated Manufacturing Technician III — Contact Lens Production

Meet Us at the Hiring Event

Bring your resume and connect with our team in person:

• Date: Wednesday, October 21
• Time: 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
• Location: DoubleTree by Hilton, 1111 Jefferson Road, Henrietta

Bausch + Lomb is growing and actively hiring for Automated Production Technicians, Packaging Technicians, and Quality Inspectors. We’re also considering experienced candidates for Lead Operator and Manufacturing Supervisor roles (pay varies based on experience). If you can’t attend, let us know and we’ll set up a time to talk.

Role Snapshot

As an Automated Manufacturing Technician III (Manufacturing Associate III), you’ll run sophisticated, highly automated equipment that produces contact lenses, keeping quality, safety, and regulatory standards at the forefront.

• Pay: $19.00 – $27.00 per hour
• Night differential: $1.25/hour
• Quarterly bonus target: $500

A Day in the Life

Your shift begins with a review of overnight trends and production data. You’ll start up and monitor automated systems across molding, inspection, packaging, and sterilization. When a process alarm pops up, you’ll troubleshoot the line, document the issue, and communicate the corrective action. Throughout the day, you’ll complete in-process checks to cGMP/FDA standards, collaborate with engineering and maintenance on reliability improvements, and share best practices with teammates. Safety, precision, and continuous improvement guide every decision you make.

What You’ll Do

• Operate and oversee automated production equipment throughout the contact lens manufacturing workflow.
• Diagnose and resolve equipment, process, and automation issues; record findings and communicate fixes.
• Conduct in-process inspections to cGMP, FDA, SOP, and internal quality requirements.
• Analyze production data, shift logs, and process trends to drive uptime and efficiency.
• Partner with production leadership, engineering, maintenance, and quality to optimize results.
• Support preventive maintenance and promptly escalate complex technical problems.
• Train, mentor, and cross-train with peers to strengthen team capability.
• Champion safety procedures and a culture of operational excellence.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years in manufacturing; combinations of education, technical training, certifications, and experience considered.
• Proven troubleshooting and problem-solving ability on the production floor.
• Basic computer literacy and an eagerness to learn new applications.
• Comfort with shop math (addition, subtraction) and documentation.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts with overtime as needed.
• Detail orientation, strong communication, teamwork, and commitment to quality.
• Ownership mindset, accountability, resilience, and a positive approach.

Preferred

• Associate degree or technical certification (mechanical/electrical/engineering technology).
• Background in regulated environments: medical device, pharma, or food production.
• Hands-on experience with automated manufacturing systems.
• Working knowledge of cGMP and FDA-regulated manufacturing.

Shifts & Schedule

• Day: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• Night: 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM
• 2-2-3 rotating schedule with built-in overtime and planned days off

Work Environment

• Stand for extended periods and perform routine production/inspection tasks.
• Use PPE as required.

Benefits That Start Day One

• Medical, Dental, Eye Health, Disability, and Life Insurance begin on your hire date.
• 401(k) with company match plus ongoing company contribution.
• Paid time off: 3 weeks vacation (prorated upon hire), floating holidays, and sick time.
• Employee Incentive Bonus.
• Tuition Reimbursement (select degrees).
• Ongoing performance feedback and annual compensation review.

Skills & Tools

• Troubleshooting, SOP adherence, industrial automation diagnostics
• Lean manufacturing fundamentals; machine setups for production runs
• Shop math; PC literacy; experience in a manufacturing environment

Equipment exposure: Packaging Machines; HMI (Sigmatek)

Next Step

Stop by the job fair or reach out if you prefer to schedule a conversation—we’re excited to meet you and share how you can grow your career at Bausch + Lomb.