Manufacturing Optical Lab Technician (Mon- Fri 11am - 8:45pm)

ABB OPTICAL GROUP; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

ABB Optical Group is seeking an Optical Lab Technician for a Mon-Fri 11am - 7:45pm shift. The role emphasizes precise processing of lab products, with duties ranging from measuring, tinting, mounting, coating, to quality inspection using precision tools.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and, for experienced applicants, at least six months in optical manufacturing. The company offers tuition reimbursement and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required for full-time employment.
• Entry-level: no specific prior work experience required; training provided.
• Proficient: minimum six (6) months of optical manufacturing experience prior to skills assessment.

Responsibilities

• Process orders using tracing and labeling systems and prepare for scanning and shipping.
• Operate finishing equipment, mount lenses, and tint and inspect lenses as required.
• Maintain clean work area and follow safety guidelines per SOPs.
• Meet production expectations and report defects to supervision.
• Participate in team meetings and provide feedback to improve work environment.

Skills

Follow procedures

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Tuition reimbursement

Optical Lab Technician (Mon- Fri 11am - 7:45pm)

Job Summary And Objective

The Lab Technician is responsible for the timely, efficient, and accurate processing of products in the lab. Lab Technicians will be assigned an essential function, where he/she will work the predominant portion of their daily work schedule, as well as be expected to perform work in additional essential functions as business needs dictate.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (as Applicable Per Lab/department)

• Use a tracing machine to measure frame; Print and match paperwork to corresponding trays; Read job ticket to determine the location of lens needed and pull from bin placing correctly in tray; Deliver tray to appropriate location to be scanned, verified and de-boxed
• Invoice and package finished jobs; scan and bin jobs into proper customer box to be shipped
• Sort and receive frames into system placing frames in appropriate colored trays
• Secure optical lens / blanks in holding tools for generating, polishing, and coating; Operate equipment and clear machine errors; Maintain tools for production equipment
• Operate finishing equipment and clear out machine errors; Mount, secure and align finished lens in frames using precision hand tools; Edge lens appropriately so that lens can be inserted into frames
• Place lens in lens holder and tint to specified color; Mark lenses appropriately to achieve proper tint axis; Change tint colors as needed
• Unload lens into lens trays; Mark and inspect lenses; Sort and pre-inspect lenses and operate AR coating machines
• Remove processed surfaced lenses from alloy block at end of surfacing process and reclaim the alloy in a reclaim tank
• Inspect lens blank to detect surface flaws; Examine prescriptions & work orders according to standards using precision instruments; Wash and clean lenses and eyeglasses using cloths and solvents; Perform cosmetic inspection
• Work daily toward meeting production expectations set by management
• Always perform and comply with all job functions according to documented standard operating procedures
• Meet or exceed established performance thresholds in all core and secondary job functions
• Report all known product, process, and/or reporting defects and inefficiencies to supervisory personnel
• Participate in team, department, and company-wide meetings as scheduled; Actively participate in team discussions and provide feedback to maintain and improve the work environment
• Ensure that work area is clean and organized and prepared for the next shift with all items in their designated locations
• Utilize proper handling techniques and equipment to minimize damages and reduce injuries
• Follow and uphold all OSHA and company safety guidelines, policies, and regulations
• Ability to work overtime as business needs dictate
• Other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBLITIES:

None

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, or equivalent experience is required for full-time employment.
• Entry-level: No specific prior work experience required; training provided to enable employees to perform the minimum essential functions identified by their respective lab/department
• Proficient: Minimum six (6) months of optical manufacturing experience in same or similar position prior to skills assessment to determine ability to perform all applicable essential functions identified by their respective lab/department
• Ability to follow procedure and contribute as an individual and a team member

Desired Qualifications

• Prior experience in a warehouse or manufacturing environment
• Computer literate

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, bend, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus are required.

For U.S. Candidates

Compensation Range

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $18.50 Hourly. This represents the good‑faith estimate of the compensation range at the time of posting.

Actual pay will be based on job‑related factors, which may include:

• Geographic location
• Relevant experience
• Education and qualifications
• Job‑related skills
• Internal equity considerations
• Applicable minimum wage laws

This position may also be eligible for a bonus and/or commission plan, subject to the terms of the applicable plan.

Benefits

Depending on eligibility and position, employees and/or eligible dependents may participate in Company‑sponsored benefit programs, which may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and group life insurance
• Voluntary supplemental life insurance
• Supplemental health benefits (critical illness, hospital, accident)
• Short- and long‑term disability
• Paid family leave (where applicable by state law)
• 401(k) plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Eyewear discounts

Time-Off Benefits

Eligible U.S. employees receive the following time‑off benefits (subject to Company policy and applicable state/local laws):

• Paid vacation and/or sick time
• Paid holidays
• Birthday PTO

(Some states require front‑loaded sick leave; others accrue. The Company will comply with all applicable local requirements.)

Accessibility and Accommodations

Upon request and consistent with applicable law, ABB Optical will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the application and hiring process.

To request an accommodation, please email [e-mail] and include your name and contact information so we can follow up promptly.

Equal Opportunity Employer

ABB Optical is an Affir

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

International Candidates

The compensation and benefits information in this posting applies to candidates hired in the United States. Candidates hired outside the United States will receive compensation and benefits aligned with their local market.