Lead Optical Lab Technician: Growth, Great Benefits, Impact

Eyemart Express; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Matching

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

Eyemart Express is seeking a Lead Optical Lab Technician to lead our Auburn, ME lab. You will supervise the team in cutting, edging and fabricating prescription lenses to ensure timely, accurate glasses for customers.

You will interpret prescriptions, operate optical equipment, and maintain a safe, organized lab; reporting to ensure efficiency and quality. The role emphasizes leadership, technical skill, and customer-focused service.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 2–5 years of experience in a lab or technical setting.
• Experience in the optical industry is required.
• Strong leadership and teamwork capabilities.
• Ability to adhere to deadlines and maintain quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the lab team in cutting, edging and making prescription lenses.
• Read, interpret and input prescription specifications accurately.
• Maintain lab area and equipment safely and cleanly.
• Ensure efficient workflow across multiple equipment stations.
• Collaborate with colleagues to meet production targets and quality controls.

Skills

Lab leadership

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Time management

Technical proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Optical lab equipment

Job description

Eyemart Express is seeking a Lead Optical Lab Technician to lead our Auburn, ME lab. You will supervise the team in cutting, edging and fabricating prescription lenses to ensure timely, accurate glasses for customers.

You will interpret prescriptions, operate optical equipment, and maintain a safe, organized lab; reporting to ensure efficiency and quality. The role emphasizes leadership, technical skill, and customer-focused service.