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*Alexander Daas Opticians* is seeking a *sales-driven Senior Optician / Eyewear Stylist* to help build momentum at our San Clemente boutique. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys ownership, driving results, and increasing earnings through performance while delivering an elevated, luxury client experience. This is not a passive retail role. We are looking for a strong closer who takes pride in premium product, client relationships, and measurable results. *What You’ll Do* * Deliver a personalized, high-touch eyewear experience from styling through final fit * Confidently recommend *advanced lens solutions* and *premium frames*, clearly articulating their long-term value * Take ownership of *sales performance* (conversion, average ticket, repeat business) * Build lasting client relationships through follow-up and trust * Manage prescriptions, lens orders, fittings, and adjustments with precision * Maintain a polished boutique environment and elevated presentation *Serve as the Optical Style & Sales Leader* * Style clients with confidence and deliver precisely fitted, thoughtfully designed eyewear * Communicate the craftsmanship and individuality of handcrafted eyewear vs. mass-produced alternatives * Drive sales growth through proactive, client-focused strategies * Elevate the in-store experience through professionalism, consistency, and energy *What We’re Looking For* * 1–3+ years eyewear dispensing, optical sales, or high-end retail experience * Sales-oriented mindset and comfort discussing premium pricing * Strong communication and relationship-building skills * Organized, reliable, and detail-driven * Comfortable with POS systems and Google Workspace * Consistent weekly availability preferred (opportunity for additional days as performance grows) *Compensation* * $22–$26/hour base (based on experienced) * *Performance-based commission & bonuses* * Employee eyewear discounts * Opportunity to increase hours and earnings as store performance improves *Why This Role* This position is ideal for someone who enjoys *building momentum* and being part of a store’s growth. Performance matters here, and it’s rewarded. *Apply with your resume and a brief note explaining why you’re a great fit for a sales-driven boutique eyewear role.* Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Employee discount * Health insurance * Paid time off * Professional development assistance * Vision insurance Work Location: In person
Job Description We’re here for one reason and one reason only – to cure cancer. Every moment is dedicated to developing treatments and every action moves us one step closer to our goal. We’ve made incredible scientific breakthroughs and our pioneering personalized CAR T-cell therapies have changed the paradigm. But we're not finished yet. Join Kite, as we make even bigger advances in cancer therapies, and help shape where our business and medical science goes next. We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future, you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included, developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Kite and help create more tomorrows. Job Description At Gilead our pursuit of a healthier world for all people has yielded a cure for hepatitis C, revolutionary improvements in HIV treatment and prevention as well as advancements in therapies for viral and inflammatory diseases and certain cancers. We set and achieve bold ambitions in our fight against the world’s most devastating diseases, united in our commitment to confronting the largest public health challenges of our day and improving the lives of patients for generations to come. As a QC Microbiology Tech II, at Gilead you will ... Key responsibilities Performs environmental and/or utility monitoring and sampling as a primary function. Performs routine and non-routine collection and testing of raw materials, intermediates, final product, validation-related, and critical utility samples according to SOPs. Receives, quarantines, and stores purchased microbiological media pending laboratory release. Monitors bio hazardous waste and coordinates its removal with qualified safety personnel. Participates in validation and commercial/developmental manufacturing activities. Reviews and issues Environmental Notifications based on raw data, and validated electronic data acquisition systems. Represents QC for area of specialization in site meetings. Supports testing of solid oral dosage, packaging component testing, raw material and sterile product testing. Troubleshoots standard instrumentation/test methods. Performs activities in support of final product release testing (e.g. tests applicable for endotoxin, sterility, and toxicity) and raw material testing (e.g. microbial limits, endotoxin, and potency) where required. Performs activities in support of environmental monitoring including surface viable air, non-viable air and personnel monitoring. Performs activities in support of bioburden testing of water and product; and conductivity and chemical testing of compressed gases Basic qualifications: 2+ years of relevant experience and a High School diploma. Relevant experience including internship with a BS degree, or degree in related field. Preferred qualifications Prior experience in biopharmaceutical or pharmaceutical industry preferred. Prior lab experience preferred. Basic Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) Basic Knowledge of general Microbiology techniques such as gram staining, aseptic technique, and plate streaking technique. Knowledge of USP and other regulatory requirements. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Ability to work effectively in a team environment. Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills are required. LIMS proficiency. Technical training on environmental monitoring of facility and utility system. The salary range for this position is: $64,600.00 - $83,600.00. Kite considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans*. For additional benefits information, visit: https://www.gilead.com/careers/compensation-benefits-and-wellbeing * Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans, subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans. Kite is a biopharmaceutical company engaged in the development of innovative cancer immunotherapies with a goal of providing rapid, long-term durable response and eliminating the burden of chronic care. The company is focused on chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) and T cell receptor (TCR) engineered cell therapies designed to empower the immune system's ability to recognize and kill tumors. Kite is based in Santa Monica, CA. NOTICE: EMPLOYEE POLYGRAPH PROTECTION ACT YOUR RIGHTS UNDER THE FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE ACT Kite Pharma will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, (c) consistent with the legal duty to furnish information; or (d) otherwise protected by law. Our environment respects individual differences and recognizes each employee as an integral member of our company. Our workforce reflects these values and celebrates the individuals who make up our growing team. Kite Pharma provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion. For Current Kite Pharma Employees and Contractors: Please apply via the Internal Career Opportunities portal in Workday.
General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world’s leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies. We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Thin Film Materials Engineer to join our Inertial Fusion Technology (IFT) group. This position is located in San Diego (Torrey Pines), CA. This position participates in the development, production, characterization and analysis of novel materials required for laser driven fusion research. The ideal candidate is responsible for determining and developing effective approaches for resolving a wide range of PVD coating challenges, employing semiconductor related techniques to build complex targets with minimum defects. Assignments are normally outlined in terms of overall objectives, customer specifications, and anticipated delivery dates. Deliveries typically involve the physical targets, comprehensive metrology data packages and shipping documents. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Work with a high degree of independence in project management while incorporating inputs and constraints from others in a team environment. Translate customer specifications into practical fabrication plan with best product quality while minimizing production cost. Perform PVD coatings, including rate check, composition optimization, stress optimization, and contamination control. Handle and manage radioactive materials in accordance with safety protocols and regulatory guidelines. Work in radiation-controlled areas as part of daily operational tasks. Apply semiconductor techniques to produce targets in the form-factor required, such as photolithography patterning, photoresist lift-off, mask design and procurement, silicon wafer etching, silicon wafer cleaning etc. Perform failure analysis, implement and carry out mitigation plan in timely manner. Understand and master characterization techniques over time to support the generation of a comprehensive metrology data package that ships with each project. Open to explore new scientific methods and adapt to the production and characterization of targets. Pursue research projects under the direction of senior staff and management, and work with and provide support to the wider IFT team and national laboratory collaborators in the above topic areas. Perform equipment maintenance, repair and upgrade. Maintain safe, clean, and organized coating laboratories. Documents findings, communicates results to scientific staff and makes technical presentations as required. May publish in recognized scientific journals and present work at conferences. Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company. Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices. Performs other duties as assigned. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply. Job Qualifications Typically requires a bachelors degree in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education. A degree in Physical Science is desirable, in areas such as Physics, Material Science, Chemical Engineering, Nano Engineering. Understand and apply general scientific principles. Be willing to learn and explore new scientific approaches. Must be able to pass a fit test for wearing a Powered Air-Purifying Respirator (PAPR) due to routine work with radiological materials; employment is contingent upon successful completion of this fit test. Prior hands-on experience in coating equipment and PVD/CVD coating processes highly desired. This includes, but is not limited to, sputtering, e-beam, thermal evaporative coatings, ALD etc. Prior semi-conductor industry experience is highly desired. This includes, but is not limited to, cleanroom protocol, common semiconductor processes such as photoresist spinning and lift-off, photolithography patterning etc. Software experience can be helpful, such as SolidWork, AutoCAD, LabVIEW. The ability to learn and perform target characterization using optical and x-ray based metrology tools. This could include Xray absorption spectroscopy, XRF, Radiography, Scanning electron microscopy with EDAX/EDS, various forms of interferometry and confocal microscopy methods, in addition of conventional optical microscopes, Stylus and AFM tools. Prior experience in this area is desirable, but not required. Must demonstrate: (1) technical expertise and application of scientific principles, concepts, theory, and practice; (2) the ability to organize, plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate workloads to meet established deadlines or milestones; and (3) effective in a team environment but have ability to perform with high level of independence. Must be able to stand for extended periods, safely climb up and down ladders, and lift up to 60 pounds using appropriate equipment and safety procedures Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE security clearance is highly desired. Job Category Engineering Experience Level Entry-Level (0-2 years) Workstyle Onsite Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Salary Pay Range Low 62,510 Pay Range High 105,628 Travel Percentage Required 0% - 25% Relocation Assistance Provided? No US Citizenship Required? Yes Clearance Required? Desired Clearance Level DOE - Q