Lens Finishing Technician - Robertsdale, AL

Hoya Vision Care; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

HOYA Vision Care, located in Robertsdale, AL, is seeking a Lens Finishing Technician to join our lens manufacturing team. This role involves inspecting lenses from the Surface Department before finish blocking or AR coating to ensure quality and precision in production.

The position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, with prior optical manufacturing experience preferred but not required. On-the-job training will be provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Spot lenses to check power and prism measurements for accuracy
• Inspect and pad block lenses using specialized blocking equipment
• Operate edging equipment to edge lenses to proper specifications and requirements
• Use buffing equipment to polish lens edges before mounting procedures
• Clean and insert ophthalmic lenses into ophthalmic frames with precision
• Utilize lensometer equipment to check lens attributes against established quality standards
• Verify lens treatments and proper frame alignment against prescription specifications

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Join The HOYA Vision Care Team!

For over 60 years, HOYA Vision Care has been a passionate leader in optical technology innovation. As a manufacturer of high quality, high performing eyeglass lenses, we continuously aim to bring the best possible vision care solutions to eye care professionals.

We are currently hiring a Lens Finishing Technician in our Robertsdale, AL location!

Pay Rate: $16/hour

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8am - 5:00pm

Summary

Join our lens manufacturing team as a Lens Finishing Technician, inspecting lenses that come from the Surface Department before finish blocking or AR coating. This role is essential to ensuring quality control and precision in our optical lens production process.

Primary Responsibilities

• Spot lenses to check power and prism measurements for accuracy
• Inspect and pad block lenses using specialized blocking equipment
• Operate edging equipment to edge lenses to proper specifications and requirements
• Use buffing equipment to polish lens edges before mounting procedures
• Clean and insert ophthalmic lenses into ophthalmic frames with precision
• Utilize lensometer equipment to check lens attributes against established quality standards
• Verify lens treatments and proper frame alignment against prescription specifications

Education Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience

Prior experience in optical/lens manufacturing is preferred but not required. On-the-job training will be provided for qualified candidates.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to sit and use hands for grasping and manipulation
• Frequently required to reach with hands and arms
• Regularly required to walk, stoop, kneel, crawl, and/or crouch
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds regularly
• Specific vision abilities required including close vision and ability to adjust focus

Safety Requirements

• Understanding of workplace safety programs
• Closed toe shoes and safety glasses when required
• Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts
• Safe tool handling practices
• Moderate to loud noise work environment