Experienced Manufacturing Technician

National Vision Inc.; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Biweekly bonus

401k match

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

FSA

Life & disability

EAP

Wellness program

Job summary

National Vision is one of the largest optical retail companies in the United States, with over 1,200 stores. We are seeking an Optical Manufacturing Associate in Salt Lake City to join our production team, performing lens edging, tinting, and quality checks to meet power, axis, and prism standards.

No specific education is required; a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience is preferred. You will work on a fast-paced team with generous PTO, bonuses, a 401(k) match, and comprehensive health

Qualifications

• No specific educational level required – your experience speaks volumes.
• A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience is needed.
• Precision and accuracy are paramount in this role.
• This position requires intermittent focused effort, coupled with organizational and planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Bench/Mounters: inserting lenses into frames, edging, beveling, tinting, and ensuring lenses meet power, axis, and prism standards.
• Inspection: checking frames and lenses for cosmetic and optical defects using ANSI standards.
• Surface: using CNC optical machinery; handling lens surface processes like taping, blocking, generating, coating, and polishing.
• AR Department: operating Anti Reflective Coating machinery, sorting and inspecting lenses, ensuring quality standards.

Skills

Precision and accuracy

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Job description

Company Description

At National Vision, we believe everyone deserves to see their best to live their best. We help people by making quality eye care and eyewear more affordable and accessible. National Vision is one of the largest optical retail companies in the United States with over 1,200 stores. We operate four retail brands: America’s Best Contacts & Eyeglasses, Eyeglass World, and Vista Opticals inside select Fred Meyer stores and on select military bases.

Company Description

At National Vision, we believe everyone deserves to see their best to live their best. We help people by making quality eye care and eyewear more affordable and accessible. National Vision is one of the largest optical retail companies in the United States with over 1,200 stores. We operate four retail brands: America’s Best Contacts & Eyeglasses, Eyeglass World, and Vista Opticals inside select Fred Meyer stores and on select military bases.

Join a dynamic, innovative work environment where your efforts are recognized, training is prioritized, and growth is always possible.

Job Description

Shift Hours Tailored for You

Choose Between Two Convenient Shift Schedules

• MON - FRI (with some Saturdays): 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM
• SUN, MON, TUES (with some Saturdays): 4:00 PM - 4:30 AM
• WED, THUR, FRI (with some Saturdays): 4:00 PM - 4:30 AM

What You'll Do

As an Optical Manufacturing Associate, you'll play an integral role in our production team. Based on department needs, your duties may include tasks such as:

• Bench/Mounters: Inserting lenses into frames, edging, beveling, tinting, and ensuring lenses meet correct power, axis, and prism standards.
• Inspection: Checking frames and lenses for cosmetic and optical defects using ANSI standards.
• Surface: Using state of the art CNC optical machinery. Handling lens surface processes like taping, blocking, generating, coating, and polishing.
• AR Department: Operating state of the art Anti Reflective Coating Machinery, sorting and inspecting lenses, and ensuring they meet quality standards.

Qualifications

Position Requirements

• No specific educational level required – your experience speaks volumes!
• A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience is needed.
• Precision and accuracy are paramount in this role.
• This position requires intermittent focused effort, coupled with organizational and planning skills.

Physical Demands

We're looking for candidates who:

• Have a willingness to learn and grow (no specific education or experience required, though optical or manufacturing experience is a plus).
• Can read and write English proficiently.
• Are detail-oriented and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Be prepared for an active role: continuous walking, standing, or sitting (depending on station).
• Flexibility is key – you'll engage in wrist movement and occasional lifting of objects up to 10 lbs.
• Embrace the physicality: bending, twisting, and repetitive hand movements are part of the job.

Additional Information

• Generous Paid-Time-Off (PTO)
• Biweekly lab production bonus opportunities
• 401k with company match
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and disability insurance (short and long-term)
• Employee assistance programs
• Wellness incentives and more

Additionally, our break room is equipped with full-size refrigerators, microwaves, and a variety of meals, drinks, and snacks available for purchase.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Please see our website www.nationalvision.com to learn more.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.