Optical Technician/Bench Person

Experienced Optical Bench Technician

Upper West Optical – New York, NY

Upper West Optical is looking for an experienced Optical Bench Technician to join our team on the Upper West Side of Manhattan.

Responsibilities

• Perform all aspects of optical bench work and eyeglass fabrication
• Measure, cut, edge, mount, and adjust lenses and frames
• Accurately verify lens prescriptions and finished eyewear
• Perform frame adjustments, repairs, and troubleshooting
• Work with a variety of frame and lens materials
• Ensure finished eyewear meets quality and prescription standards
• Communicate with opticians and other staff to complete orders efficiently
• Maintain an organized and clean optical work area

Qualifications

• Previous hands-on optical bench experience required
• Strong knowledge of optical lenses, measurements, and prescriptions
• Experience with lens edging and mounting
• Ability to perform accurate frame adjustments and repairs
• Strong attention to detail and quality
• Ability to work independently and efficiently in a busy optical environment
• Dependable, professional, and team-oriented

Experience with modern edging equipment is a plus.

Schedule

Full-time position. Schedule and compensation will be discussed based on experience.

We are a busy, established optical shop with a friendly team and a strong reputation in the Upper West Side community.

If you are an experienced optical bench technician who takes pride in quality workmanship, we would like to hear from you.

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Work Location: In person