Fast-Paced Optical Lab Technician

VSP Vision; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

VSP Vision in Tampa, FL is seeking an Optical Lab Associate to support daily lab operations, production, and patient orders. The role emphasizes accurate order handling, timely communication with patients and vendors, and collaboration across departments.

The position is full-time, on-site, with a compensation range of $15.00–$16.00 per hour, plus potential bonuses and commissions as part of the package.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced optical setting.
• Ability to meet productivity and quality standards.
• Effective communication to coordinate with team.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with patients or vendors about delays or issues with lens orders.
• Order lenses and frames from labs or vendors per vision plan.
• Process shipping and maintain records.
• Unpack and sort inbound frames and lenses for in-house or external labs.
• Monitor orders for delays and resolve issues.
• Assist inventory and stocking of lenses and trays.
• Support ordering lab supplies and troubleshoot issues.
• Help move work efficiently through department.
• Maintain safety and keep workstation clean.
• Collaborate with other departments.
• Adhere to quality management and safety procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Fast-paced

Manual dexterity

Color vision

Job description

VSP Vision in Tampa, FL is seeking an Optical Lab Associate to support daily lab operations, production, and patient orders. The role emphasizes accurate order handling, timely communication with patients and vendors, and collaboration across departments.

The position is full-time, on-site, with a compensation range of $15.00–$16.00 per hour, plus potential bonuses and commissions as part of the package.