Optical Lab Manager: Production & Quality Lead

eyemartexpress; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401k matching

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Licensing support

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Eyemart Express in Midland, TX is seeking an Optical Lab Manager to lead a skilled team in producing high-quality eyewear on schedule. This full-time role focuses on safety, efficiency, and accuracy in a fast-paced lab environment.

You will ensure equipment maintenance, interpret prescription specs, and foster excellent customer experiences while supporting licensing and career growth within a nationally recognized retailer.

Qualifications

• 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.

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 lab/equipment 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.

Skills

Team leadership

People management

Problem solving

Compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Optical lab machinery

Lens edger

Job description

Eyemart Express in Midland, TX is seeking an Optical Lab Manager to lead a skilled team in producing high-quality eyewear on schedule. This full-time role focuses on safety, efficiency, and accuracy in a fast-paced lab environment.

You will ensure equipment maintenance, interpret prescription specs, and foster excellent customer experiences while supporting licensing and career growth within a nationally recognized retailer.