Final Inspector/Optical

Final Inspector – Optical Lab - The Final Inspector is responsible for inspecting finished eyewear to ensure it meets HOYA and ANSI optical and cosmetic quality standards. This role follows standard operating procedures to identify defects, communicate quality issues, and support overall production flow while maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment. The position requires attention to detail, the ability to read prescriptions, the ability to operate inspection equipment, and the ability to work collaboratively to meet production and quality goals.

Work Schedule—Day Shift

Responsibilities:

• Inspect finished eyewear products in accordance with HOYA standard operating procedures and ANSI optical and cosmetic standards.
• Verify prescription accuracy and overall product quality prior to shipment.
• Identify, document, and communicate quality issues to the Supervisor or Manager.
• Inspect jobs rejected by automated inspection equipment using manual lens meters and inspection tools.
• Route work to designated departments as required to maintain production flow.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation.
• Load and monitor final inspection equipment and clear equipment errors as needed.
• Cross-train within the Quality Control department and other lab areas as required.
• Assist in other departments or lab operations to support business needs.

Qualifications:

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required
• ABO Certification preferred but not required

Experience

• Previous optical laboratory experience required
• Knowledge of eyeglass manufacturing processes and quality inspection standards
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to accurately read and interpret optical prescriptions
• Strong attention to detail and quality focus
• Basic math skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Proficiency with computers and automated equipment (Windows, MS Office)
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as business needs require
• Reliable attendance and punctuality

Driven by a passion for partnership as well as innovation, HOYA has been a partner to Eye Care Professionals for over 75 years, enabling them to give people the greatest gift, the gift of vision. We provide Eye Care Professionals with the lenses, consultation solutions and other services that help them to develop their practice while changing the way people see the world. We see them as visionaries, and everything we do is for them. Founded in Japan in 1941, today, HOYA has a presence in over 80 countries across the globe.

HOYA Group: Founded in 1941 in Tokyo, Japan, HOYA Corporation is a global technology and med-tech company and a leading supplier of innovative high-tech and medical products. HOYA’s divisions and business units research and develop products utilized in the healthcare and information technology fields. In the healthcare field, we provide medical device products such as eyeglasses, medical endoscopes, contact and intraocular lenses, orthopedic implants, surgical/therapeutic devices and medical device reprocessing and disinfection solutions. In the information technology field, we provide products such as optical lenses, photomasks and blanks used in the manufacturing process for semiconductor and LCD/OLED devices, text-to-speech, human resources and other software solutions and critical components for the mass memory and cloud storage industries. With over 150 offices and subsidiaries worldwide, HOYA currently employs a multinational workforce of 37,000 people.

HOYA Vision Care: As a global leader in optical technology, HOYA Vision Care is dedicated to providing innovative vision care solutions for every stage of a patient’s life. A steadfast partner to Eye Care Professionals around the world, it stands at the forefront of optical excellence. With a global presence, consisting of 43 laboratories and a growing team of 20,000 employees, HOYA Vision Care delivers innovative lenses and other vision care solutions to millions of people in 110 countries.

We focus on a better tomorrow, today. You can become part of our story. HOYA Vision Care is the place where you can act according to your strengths and evolve according to your aspirations. It’s a place where you can shape the way you work, guided by our CLEAR Values, and empowered by generations of expertise. You can get involved in our sustainability initiatives and choose to become a One Vision ambassador. You can give back the gift of sight to people all over the world by deciding to work with us.

We welcome people who challenge us to become better, who share our sense of purpose and who embrace growth so that our vision and mission align. We invite you to find out more, and together we can continue to provide vision for a lifetime.