Optical Lab Manufacturing Tech - Full time - Oak Park

Henry Ford OptimEyes; Oak Park (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford OptimEyes is seeking an Optical Lab Technician to perform manual manufacturing duties on the finishing line, following process instructions to produce finished eyeglasses. The role includes tracing frames, mounting lenses, moving trays, and operating finish blockers, with opportunities to perform repairs and calibration of finishing equipment.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, at least two years of optical lab experience, and the ability to read and execute machine

Qualifications

• Requires dexterity to handle small tools and parts.
• Good communication skills and ability to read verbal/written instructions.
• Ability to work independently and follow process instructions closely.
• Requires basic computer skills to read and execute machine commands on screens.

Responsibilities

• Trace frames and mount lenses in various frame types.
• Move job trays along the line as required.
• Operate finish blockers and lens edging equipment as needed.
• Perform basic eyeglass repairs and frame adjustments.
• Follow 6S principles and exact process instructions.

Skills

Dexterity

Communication skills

Independent work

Read machine commands

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

General Summary

Performs manual manufacturing duties for Henry Ford OptimEyes finishing line. Follows process instructions for producing finished eyeglasses.

General Summary

Performs manual manufacturing duties for Henry Ford OptimEyes finishing line. Follows process instructions for producing finished eyeglasses.

Principle Duties And Responsibilities

• Trace frames. Mounts lenses in basic mental, semi-rimless, and plastic frames
• Moves job trays from one area on the line to another as required
• Places leap pads on finishing blocks. Operates semi-automatic finish blocker
• May be required to follow the process for tinting lenses
• Marks progressive lenses on witness engravings
• May operate edgers to include clearing errors
• Manually block lenses for surfacing line and deblock lenses from surfacing line
• Performs basic eyeglass repair in include fixing missing or broken screws and eye wires and resizing large lenses,
• May operate an arc lamp to identify cosmetic defects
• May assemble and repair drill mount eyewear.
• May perform advanced repair of frames to include replacement or shortening of temple ends, advanced setting adjustments and calibration of finishing equipment
• Performs proper use of lensometers
• Exactly follows process instructions whether written or verbal
• Adheres to 6S principles at all times
• Performs other duties as instructed by management

Education/Experience Required

• High School diploma or G.E.D. required.
• Two (2) years of experience in an Optical lab preferred.
• Requires basic computer skills, to include reading and executing machine commands on screens.
• Requires dexterity to handle small tools and parts (such as screwdrivers and frame screws).
• Requires the ability to understand verbal and/or written instructions.
• Must have good communication skills.
• Requires the ability to work independently as needed.
• Can be trained to perform the job responsibilities.

Certifications/Licensures Required

Must meet or exceed core customer service responsibilities, standards and behaviors as outlined in the Henry Ford Health Customer Service Policy

Must practice the customer skills as provided through on-going training and in-services.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

• Requires the ability to stand, bend, and lift up to 20 lbs. for an entire shift
• Requires the ability to follow process instructions
• Requires dexterity to handle small tools and parts (such as screwdrivers and frame screws)