Optician

Vision Express Philippines; La Union; On-site; PHP 201,000 - 312,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Recognition and Rewards

Government Mandated Benefits

Insurance Health & Wellness

Professional Development

Job summary

A leading optical services provider is seeking a Laboratory Technician (Optician) in La Union to support the Optometrist in creating and fabricating prescription eyewear. Responsibilities include operating lab equipment, assembling eyeglasses, and performing quality control checks. Ideal candidates should be Senior High School graduates with at least one year of experience in an optical setting. The role requires strong attention to detail and manual dexterity, along with good communication skills. This position is on-site.

Qualifications

• At least a Senior High School graduate (old or new curriculum).
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a similar role in an optical lab setting.
• Knowledge of optical measurement tools, equipment, and safety protocols.
• Knowledge of optical measurement tools, equipment, and safety protocols.
• Good communication skills and ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Willing to work on shifting schedules, weekends and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain optical lab equipment.
• Assemble eyeglasses and adjust frames for proper fit.
• Perform quality control checks to ensure accuracy.
• Maintain organized and clean workspaces and follow safety protocols.
• Keep accurate records of orders, inventory, and production processes.
• Provide customer support and assist the sales team when needed.
• Make precise adjustments to frames to ensure comfort, style, and accuracy.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Customer support

Adaptability in fast-paced environment

Safety awareness

Education

Senior High School graduate

Tools

Optical measurement tools

Edgers

Polishers

Measurement tools

Job description

Overview

The Laboratory Technician (Optician) supports the Optometrist in creating and fabricating prescription eyewear. This role is responsible for interpreting prescription orders, cutting and shaping lenses to fit frames, assembling and adjusting eyewear, and performing quality checks to ensure accuracy and high-quality output that meets patient needs.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain optical lab equipment, such as lens grinders, edgers, and polishers.
• Assemble eyeglasses, including mounting lenses and adjusting frames for proper fit.
• Perform quality control checks to ensure accuracy and compliance with industry standards.
• Maintain organized and clean workspaces and follow safety protocols.
• Keep accurate records of orders, inventory, and production processes.
• Provide customer support and assist the sales team when needed.
• Make precise adjustments to frames to ensure comfort, style, and accuracy.

Qualifications

• At least a Senior High School graduate (old or new curriculum).
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a similar role in an optical lab setting.
• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity for handling optical components.
• Knowledge of optical measurement tools, equipment, and safety protocols.
• Good communication skills and ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Willing to work on shifting schedules, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Benefits

• Employee Recognition and Rewards
• Government Mandated Benefits
• Insurance Health & Wellness
• Professional Development

Working Location: On-site - La Union