Optical Lab Technician — Precision Lens Crafters

Eyemart Express; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Short/Long-term disability

Licensing support

Job summary

Eyemart Express in Joplin, MO is seeking an Optical Lab Technician to cut, edge, and create prescription lenses with accuracy, ensuring customers receive their glasses promptly. Training is available; prior experience is welcome but not required.

The role focuses on operating basic optical lab equipment, correctly interpreting prescriptions, maintaining a safe, organized work area, and meeting hourly production deadlines. This is a full-time position with opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Experience in a lab or technical setting is preferred.
• Experience in the optical industry is a plus; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Lab Work: operate optical lab equipment, meet hourly deadlines.
• Prescription Management: read and input prescriptions for lens cutting.
• Maintenance: keep lab area and equipment clean and functional.
• Operational Excellence: juggle tasks across stations to maintain flow.

Skills

Lab/Technical setting experience

Prescription reading & input

Optical industry exposure

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Eyemart Express in Joplin, MO is seeking an Optical Lab Technician to cut, edge, and create prescription lenses with accuracy, ensuring customers receive their glasses promptly. Training is available; prior experience is welcome but not required.

The role focuses on operating basic optical lab equipment, correctly interpreting prescriptions, maintaining a safe, organized work area, and meeting hourly production deadlines. This is a full-time position with opportunities for advancement.