Trainee Optical Lab Technician – Learn & Grow in Eyewear

Specsavers; Keynsham; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Specsavers Perks

WeCare employee support

Job summary

Specsavers Keynsham is seeking a proactive Trainee Optical Lab Technician. You will support end-to-end glasses production, from preparing lenses and frames to final quality checks, using the latest equipment with accuracy and care.

The role offers hands-on training, a friendly store team, and a focus on professional development in a trusted brand. Full-time hours include a weekend day; benefits and pension are provided.

Qualifications

• Reading lens and frame specifications from prescriptions.
• Using blocking and glazing machines to cut lenses to the correct shape and fit.
• Assembling lenses into frames.
• Tinting of lenses to provide UV protection and colours.
• Quality checking of completed glasses.
• Good housekeeping and machine maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare lenses and frames for assembly.
• Operate blocking and glazing equipment.
• Assemble lenses into frames and tint where required.
• Maintain clean working area and check final products for accuracy.

Skills

Reading prescriptions

Blocking machines

Lens assembly

Tinting lenses

Quality checking

Time management

Organised

Housekeeping

Job description

Specsavers Keynsham is seeking a proactive Trainee Optical Lab Technician. You will support end-to-end glasses production, from preparing lenses and frames to final quality checks, using the latest equipment with accuracy and care.

The role offers hands-on training, a friendly store team, and a focus on professional development in a trusted brand. Full-time hours include a weekend day; benefits and pension are provided.