Optical Laboratory Technician

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Optical Laboratory Technician to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for producing high-quality ophthalmic lenses and optical components, ensuring precise adherence to prescriptions and manufacturing standards. Your expertise will contribute to delivering exceptional vision correction solutions to our customers. This position offers an engaging opportunity to work with advanced optical equipment and cutting-edge laboratory techniques in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical knowledge, laboratory management skills, and a passion for maintaining quality assurance throughout the manufacturing process.

Duties

• Operate and maintain optical lens edgers and other precision machining equipment to produce lenses according to specific prescriptions and parameters
• Interpret ophthalmic prescription abbreviations accurately to ensure correct lens fabrication
• Identify lens parameters such as curvature, thickness, and material specifications through precise measurement techniques
• Manage laboratory workflows efficiently in a high-volume production setting while adhering to strict quality assurance protocols
• Conduct laboratory procedures involving optical lens machining, polishing, edging, and coating processes
• Perform quality checks at various stages of production to verify compliance with specifications and ensure optimal lens performance
• Help on optical floor as needed for glasses dispensing and sales

Skills

• Strong knowledge of ophthalmology principles, including anatomy and physiology relevant to eye care and lens fitting
• Proficiency in laboratory management practices and manufacturing processes within an optical setting
• Ability to interpret ophthalmic prescriptions accurately and understand related abbreviations
• Mechanical aptitude with a solid understanding of equipment setup, calibration, troubleshooting, and maintenance
• Basic math skills for measurements, calculations related to lens parameters, and quality assessments
• Knowledge of retail sales environments is a plus for understanding customer needs and product specifications
• Strong attention to detail combined with excellent laboratory techniques for consistent output quality

Join us in delivering precision-crafted optical solutions that enhance vision and improve lives!

Pay: $15.00 - $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

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

Work Location: In person