Optical Lab Manager FT Champaign, IL #094

Eyemart Express; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401k Match

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Licensing paid

Job summary

Eyemart Express is hiring an Optical Lab Manager to lead the production of eyeglasses and ensure quality, accuracy and efficiency in a high-volume environment. You will oversee lab operations, supervise staff, and partner with store teams to meet timelines and customer expectations.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, equipment maintenance, safety, and continuous improvement to deliver great eyewear for patients while upholding Eyemart Express standards and community relationships.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Experience working in the optical industry.
• Experience managing people is preferred.
• Experience working in a lab environment and with optical lab machinery.

Responsibilities

• Lab Management: maintain the lab area and equipment safely.
• Manage the lab team to meet production goals and objectives.
• Equipment Maintenance: perform daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance as scheduled.
• Problem Solving: identify and resolve issues and drive team solutions.
• Operational Excellence: read prescriptions accurately and ensure precise lens cutting and quality.

Skills

Optical industry experience

People management experience

Lab equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Optical Lab Manager Full Time

30 years ago Dr Barnes founded Eyemart Express to deliver everything a patient needs It started with one friendly shop in Appleton WI and has since expanded to over 245 in 42 states Today Eyemart Express is celebrated for promptly delivering quality eyewear at great prices while maintaining great relationships with optometrists and local communities Were not like everyone else with local labs in stores eye exams and same day delivery on glasses our customers never miss a moment.

Now you can join one of the nations top optical retailers and improve lives by helping people see better As an Optical Lab Manager youll lead your team to ensure timely and accurate production of eyeglasses maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency Your experience in optical lab management will help drive our growth and deliver amazing customer experiences.

Earning Potential

The earning potential for this role is competitive inclusive of base pay and incentives.

Responsibilities

• Lab Management Maintain the lab area and equipment in a safe and organized manner
• Manage the lab team to meet all production goals and objectives
• Equipment Maintenance Perform daily weekly and monthly lab equipment maintenance as scheduled and in accordance with labequipment manual specifications
• Problem Solving Identify and solve problems and facilitate problem solving among the team
• Operational Excellence Correctly read and interpret prescription specifications ensure proper lens cutting and maintain high levels of workmanship and quality

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Experience working in the optical industry
• Experience managing people is preferred
• Experience working in a lab environment and with optical lab machinery

Benefits

• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Matching 401k
• Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Fully paid benefits to maintain licensing requirements and opportunities for advancement

At Eyemart Express were dedicated to excellence in everything we do We understand the importance of work life balance and strive to be as flexible as possible with scheduling needs to ensure our team members can achieve harmony between work and personal life

If youre ready to join a company that values excellence invests in your future and respects your need for balance Eyemart Express is where your career takes off

This posting provides an overview of the role A full job description will be provided upon hire.

For roles that are remote ie Work From Home WFH or hybrid ie partial onsite at a VSP location and WFH must demonstrate a high level of engagement in virtual environments including maintaining camera presence during meetings to support effective communication and team alignment

VSP Vision is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age gender race color religion sex national origin gender identity sexual orientation disability or protected veteran status

We maintain a drug free workplace and perform pre employment substance abuse testing