Senior Optical Glazing Technician

TieTalent; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Full training provided

Job summary

A leading optical manufacturer based in Lancaster is seeking a Senior Glazing Technician to lead a team in high-quality lens production. The role involves ensuring efficient production processes, driving improvements, and training staff. Ideal candidates have strong optical lab knowledge and previous management experience. Salary ranges from £28,000 to £32,000 depending on experience. Join a company that values and rewards its employees.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of lens manufacturing, optical glazing, and optical lab operations.
• Experience in a fast-paced, high-volume optical lab environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure efficient and accurate production of high-quality ophthalmic lenses.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work with Lab Manager on innovative production strategies.

Skills

Lens manufacturing knowledge

Management experience

Quality-focused

Decision-making skills

Attention to detail

Education

SMC (Tech) qualification

Job description

Overview

Senior Glazing Technician - Optical Lab role at TieTalent 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.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Lead a team in delivering high-volume, high-quality lens glazing and production services to Opticians across the UK

Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Location: Lancaster, Lancashire, England
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm
• Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 DOE

Qualifications

• 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 skills

Benefits

• Join an employee owned company which empowers and rewards its employees at every opportunity
• Full training provided

How to apply

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