Senior Optical Glazing Technician

Zest Business Group; Blackpool; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading optical manufacturer seeks a Senior Glazing Technician for their state-of-the-art lab in Lancaster. The role involves production of high-quality lenses while leading a team to drive improvements and ensure precision. Committed candidates with strong optical glazing knowledge and management experience are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Employee ownership scheme

Full training on MEI machine

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of lens manufacturing, optical glazing, and optical lab operations.
• Previous management experience in a fast-paced, high-volume optical lab environment.
• Quality-focused with a high level of accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient and accurate production of high-quality ophthalmic lenses.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Train on the MEI machine with full training provided.

Skills

Knowledge of lens manufacturing

Optical glazing

Attention to detail

Decision-making

Task prioritisation

Education

SMC (Tech) qualification

Job description

Senior Glazing Technician - Optical Lab Job in Lancaster, Lancashire
Full Time | £28,000 - £32,000| Leading Optical Manufacturer

Zest Optical are working in partnership with a UK-leading lens manufacturer to recruit a Senior Glazing Technician for their state-of-the-art optical lab based in Lancaster, Lancashire area.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Glazing Technician or Glazing Supervisor to lead a team in delivering high-volume, high-quality lens glazing and production services to Opticians across the UK.

Role Overview - Senior Glazing Technician

Ensure efficient and accurate production of high-quality ophthalmic lenses
Help drive continuous improvement initiatives
Work with the Lab Manager to implement innovative production strategies, ensuring quality and precision
Train on the MEI machine with full training provided
Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm
Competitive salary between £28,000 to £32,000 DOE
Join an employee owned company which empowers and rewards its employees at every opportunityCandidate Requirements

Strong knowledge of lens manufacturing, optical glazing, and optical lab operations
Previous management experience in a fast-paced, high-volume optical lab environment
SMC (Tech) qualification is desirable
Quality-focused with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
Excellent decision-making and task prioritisation skillsApply Now
Are you ready to lead in one of the UK's top optical labs? If you're an experienced Glazing Technician, Optical Production Supervisor, or Lab Team Leader, we want to hear from you.
Click Apply Now to take the next step in your optical career

Job Info

Job Title:

Company:

Zest Business Group

Location:

Blackpool, Lancashire

Posted:

Jul 10th 2025

Closes:

Aug 10th 2025

Sector:

Medical, Pharmaceutical & Scientific

Contract:

Permanent

Hours:

Full Time

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