Trainee Eyeglasses Assembler/Qc

Onsite Recruitment; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 49,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Ongoing Monday–Friday work

Full training provided

Friendly and supportive team

Job summary

OnSite Recruitment is seeking Glasses Assemblers / Lab Assistants to join a busy optical manufacturing facility in Port Melbourne. The role offers ongoing casual work with a rotating Day and Afternoon Shift roster, with full training provided.

Previous optical or lab experience is valued, but a willing learner who can adapt across departments is enough to start. The position is based in Port Melbourne with Day shifts 6:00am–2:00pm and Afternoon shifts 2:15pm–10:15pm.

Qualifications

• Previous optical or laboratory experience is highly regarded.
• Adaptable team players willing to learn and work across multiple areas of the business.
• Willing to learn and work across multiple areas of the business.

Responsibilities

• Assemble glasses frames and lenses to precise specifications.
• Inspect components and finished products to ensure quality standards are met.
• Operate specialised machinery and equipment.
• Assist across different areas of the lab including tinting, quality checking and general lab operations.
• Work collaboratively with team members to resolve production issues and maintain a clean, safe work environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Rotating shifts

Hand tools

Small machinery

Tools

Hand tools

Small machinery

Job description

Glasses Assembler / Lab Assistant - Port Melbourne

Looking for a reliable, hands-on role with ongoing work and great pay rates?

OnSite Recruitment is currently seeking enthusiastic and reliable Glasses Assemblers / Lab Assistants to join a busy optical manufacturing facility in Port Melbourne. This is an ongoing casual opportunity working on a rotating Day and Afternoon Shift roster, with full training provided.

Previous optical or laboratory experience is highly regarded, however we are primarily looking for adaptable team players who are willing to learn and work across multiple areas of the business.

About the Role

Location: Port Melbourne

Day Shift: 6:00am - 2:00pm | $35.80 per hour

Afternoon Shift: 2:15pm - 10:15pm | $40.09 per hour

Rotating roster: 1 week Day Shift, 1 week Afternoon Shift

Monday to Friday

Ongoing casual assignment with potential long-term opportunities

Key Responsibilities

• Assemble glasses frames and lenses to precise specifications
• Inspect components and finished products to ensure quality standards are met
• Operate specialised machinery and equipment
• Assist across different areas of the lab including:
• Tinting
• Quality Checking
• General Lab Operations
• Work collaboratively with team members to resolve production issues
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe work environment
• Follow all workplace health and safety procedures

What We're Looking For

• Reliable and committed with a strong work ethic
• Comfortable working a rotating shift roster
• Permanent Resident of Australia
• Computer literate and able to learn internal systems
• Flexible and willing to work across multiple departments
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work with precision
• Experience working within manufacturing, assembly, production or laboratory environments is highly regarded
• Ability to use hand tools and small machinery
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards

What's In It For You?

• Competitive pay rates
• Ongoing Monday to Friday work
• Full training provided
• Friendly and supportive team environment
• Opportunity to gain experience within the optical manufacturing industry
• Potential long-term opportunities for the right candidate

About OnSite Recruitment

OnSite Recruitment is a leading provider of staffing solutions across manufacturing, logistics and industrial sectors. We partner with respected employers throughout Melbourne and pride ourselves on matching quality candidates with rewarding opportunities.