Immediate-Start Optical Lab Technician – Glazing & Lenses

Specscart; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid annual holidays

Ongoing learning and career developmen

Opportunity to work with one of UK's最快

Job summary

Specscart is seeking an Optical Laboratory Technician for our Bury, Manchester laboratory. You will prepare prescription eyewear using glazing equipment and ensure orders meet the highest quality standards, collaborating with retail and support teams to deliver an outstanding customer experience.

The role requires hands-on optical lab experience, knowledge of glazing techniques, and precision in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an optical laboratory is mandatory.
• Strong understanding of ophthalmic lenses, glazing techniques and manufacturing processes.
• Experience using automated edging and glazing equipment.
• Excellent attention to detail and manual dexterity.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy.
• Good communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Process online and in-store prescription orders accurately and efficiently.
• Cut, edge, glaze, fit and assemble lenses into frames using glazing equipment.
• Perform quality checks to ensure glasses meet quality standards.
• Read and interpret optical prescriptions accurately.
• Carry out frame adjustments, repairs and lens replacements when required.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and a clean, safe working environment.
• Collaborate with retail, optometry and customer support teams to resolve production queries.
• Contribute to improving laboratory efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Optical lab experience

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Teamwork

Communication

Organisational skills

Ability to work in fast-paced

Tools

Automated edging equipment

Glazing equipment

Job description

Specscart is seeking an Optical Laboratory Technician for our Bury, Manchester laboratory. You will prepare prescription eyewear using glazing equipment and ensure orders meet the highest quality standards, collaborating with retail and support teams to deliver an outstanding customer experience.

The role requires hands-on optical lab experience, knowledge of glazing techniques, and precision in a fast-paced environment.