Lab Technician

Job Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Lab Technician to join our innovative laboratory team. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting high-volume production processes, ensuring the precision and quality of optical lenses, and maintaining laboratory operations in accordance with industry standards. Your expertise will contribute to delivering exceptional optical solutions by managing laboratory procedures, operating specialized equipment, and interpreting ophthalmic prescriptions. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work within a fast-paced environment where your mechanical knowledge and laboratory skills make a real impact on product quality and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate laboratory equipment, including optical lens edgers, CNC lathes, and other machining tools, ensuring optimal performance for manufacturing tasks
• Interpret ophthalmic prescription abbreviations accurately to produce lenses that meet precise specifications
• Manage laboratory workflows by adhering to ISO 13485 standards and implementing quality assurance protocols
• Perform laboratory techniques such as lens parameter identification, machining, and quality checks to ensure conformity with design specifications
• Maintain detailed records of laboratory procedures, equipment calibration, and production logs for compliance and traceability
• Support the assembly and testing of ophthalmic lenses, ensuring proper alignment, measurements, and finishing processes
• Collaborate with team members on equipment setup, troubleshooting mechanical issues, and optimizing manufacturing processes for efficiency

Qualifications

• Proven experience in optical laboratories or manufacturing environments with high-volume production exposure
• Strong mechanical knowledge with hands-on experience operating CNC lathes, optical edgers, and other precision machinery
• Familiarity with laboratory management practices and adherence to ISO 13485 standards for medical device quality management systems
• Ability to interpret ophthalmic prescriptions and understand lens parameters using optical terminology and abbreviations
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology related to eye health enhances understanding of ophthalmic products
• Basic math skills for measurements, calculations, and quality assessments in a laboratory setting
• Experience in retail sales or customer service related to ophthalmology or optics is a plus but not required

Join our team to advance your career in a vibrant environment dedicated to innovation in optical technology. We value your mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and passion for producing high-quality ophthalmic solutions. This paid position offers meaningful work where your skills directly contribute to improving vision care worldwide.

Pay: $10.00 - $13.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person