Lab Technician

Overview

Join our dynamic team as a Lab Technician and become a vital contributor to our innovative optical and ophthalmic manufacturing processes. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting high-volume production, ensuring precise laboratory procedures, and maintaining quality standards across all tasks. Your expertise will help deliver exceptional optical solutions, from lens fabrication to quality assurance, in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about laboratory techniques, mechanical systems, and optical sciences to grow their career and make a tangible impact.

Duties

• Set up and operate laboratory equipment, including optical lens edgers, CNC lathes, and other machining tools, ensuring optimal performance for production tasks
• Interpret ophthalmic prescriptions and lens parameters accurately to produce high-quality lenses that meet specifications
• Manage laboratory workflows by organizing materials, maintaining inventory levels, and adhering to ISO 13485 standards for medical device quality management
• Conduct routine laboratory procedures such as lens parameter identification, measurement verification, and quality assurance testing
• Maintain detailed records of manufacturing processes, equipment calibration, and inspection results in compliance with laboratory management protocols
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues with laboratory equipment and perform basic repairs or coordinate maintenance as needed
• Support the training of new staff on laboratory techniques, safety procedures, and equipment operation to uphold high standards of safety and efficiency

Skills

• Strong knowledge of ophthalmology principles, including anatomy and physiology relevant to eye care products
• Proficiency in optical laboratory experience, including working with optical lens edgers, CNC machinery, and machining techniques
• Familiarity with ISO 13485 standards and laboratory procedures for medical device manufacturing
• Ability to interpret ophthalmic prescriptions using standard abbreviations and understand lens parameters for high-volume production
• Mechanical knowledge related to equipment setup (production tasks), CNC lathe operation, and general machining skills
• Experience in laboratory management practices such as inventory control, documentation accuracy, and quality assurance processes
• Basic math skills for precise measurements and calculations necessary in lens fabrication and testing
• Retail sales experience or understanding of customer-facing roles is a plus but not required; a focus on quality assurance is essential

This role offers an engaging environment where your technical skills directly contribute to delivering top-tier optical products. We value energetic professionals eager to develop their expertise in a collaborative setting that emphasizes innovation, precision, and continuous improvement.

Pay: $24.19 - $29.13 per hour

Expected hours: 4.0 – 12.0 per week

Work Location: In person