Maintenance & Facilities Technician

About the Role

Join Pair Eyewear as a Maintenance & Facilities Technician supporting prescription eyewear manufacturing operations based in Dubai Production City. This full-time position offers shifts on the first or second schedule, encompassing a robust hands-on role focused on maintaining production equipment and ensuring workplace safety.

Responsibilities

• Uphold company health and safety protocols, including appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Comply with OSHA safety guidelines during all maintenance tasks.
• Assist in onboarding and training new operator team members as necessary.
• Work closely with prescription lab production teams to reduce machine downtime through repairs and scheduled preventive maintenance.
• Help implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to optimize operational efficiency.
• Communicate regularly with Maintenance Leadership regarding potential issues to enable proactive problem resolution.
• Diagnose production machinery faults and mechanical or electrical problems effectively.
• Provide production supervisors with timely updates on equipment status to facilitate workflow adjustments.
• Collaborate daily with Production Leadership, Quality Assurance, and various departments to maintain safe and smooth operations.
• Prioritize and execute preventive maintenance and repairs each day, escalating concerns to Maintenance Leadership if delays arise.
• Conduct parts auditing, manage ordering, receiving, and organization of replacement parts promptly.
• Offer project assistance across multiple departments when needed.
• Maintain positive working relationships across all teams and departments.

Candidate Profile

• Highly detail-oriented with excellent organizational capabilities.
• Self-reliant and able to work independently within production environments.
• Commit to completing OSHA heavy equipment trainings within the first 90 days on the job.
• Competent in operating diverse machinery safely and alerting supervisors to any anomalies.
• Experienced in applying formal Root Cause Analysis methods such as Fishbone diagrams, 5 Whys, and Pareto analysis to solve production challenges.
• Active contributor to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Clear and effective communicator who works well in teams.
• Skilled at managing multiple tasks efficiently.
• Adaptable to a fast-moving manufacturing environment.
• Self-driven with strong problem-solving aptitude.
• Capable of executing assigned duties with minimal oversight.
• Proficient computer user.
• Dedicated to maintaining safe work environments for self and colleagues.
• Knowledgeable about building utility operations and facilities service shut-offs.

Mandatory Qualifications

• Between three and five years or more of experience in industrial maintenance, production equipment servicing, or facility management.
• Proficiency in electromechanical troubleshooting practices.
• Experienced using electrical diagnostic instruments such as multimeters.
• Associate degree, trade school diploma, or relevant technical certification.
• Availability for either first or second shifts, with willingness to work occasional holidays and weekends as business needs dictate.
• Have a clean driving record and reliable transportation.
• Physically fit to stand for most of the shift and handle materials up to 70 pounds with help.
• Prepared to work inside facilities, outdoors, and in varied weather conditions as required.
• Capability to successfully pass electro-mechanical written assessments.
• Prior experience in leading, coaching, or mentoring team members.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with optical-related machinery.
• Familiarity with lens manufacturing processes such as surfacing, coating, and edging.
• Skilled in operating Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs).
• Knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Experience in inventory control and management.

Benefits and Perks

• Health, vision, and dental insurance coverage.
• Paid time off and vacation policies.
• Competitive hourly wage ranging from $26.00 to $28.00 plus equity incentives.
• Retirement savings plan options.
• Complimentary eyewear and discounts for family and friends.

Compensation Details

The hourly wage for this position falls between $26.00 and $28.00 and depends on the candidate’s qualifications and experience. Additionally, short-term and long-term incentive opportunities may be available at management discretion.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Pair is committed to equal employment opportunity, valuing diversity and prohibiting discrimination based on legally protected characteristics or personal attributes. Applicants with criminal histories will be considered in compliance with legal guidelines.