Optical Lab Technician — Precision Lens Production

VSP Vision; Lockbourne (OH); On-site; USD 21,697 - 31,106; Full time

Job summary

VSP Vision is seeking an Optical Technician (Level 1) to support daily lab operations in a fast-paced production environment. Under direct supervision, you will perform a variety of tasks from lens stocking to tinting and preparing finished lenses.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of manufacturing or optical tech experience, can lift up to 30 pounds, and are able to work any shift. We emphasize quality, safety, and teamwork across departments.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing or optical lab environment.
• Ability to meet department productivity and quality standards.
• Good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and stand/walk for long periods.
• Ability to work any shift.

Responsibilities

• Perform functions of Optical Technician (Level 1).
• Inventory control including stocking lenses, sorting, and distributing trays.
• Transcribe digital jobs and stage work in designated lab areas.
• Operate the automatic taper and tint edged lenses.
• Assist expeditors and ensure smooth workflow.
• Support pre-shipping wash-up and maintain safety standards.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Color vision

Procedures following

Teamwork

Attention to safety

Tools

Lab management system

Job description

VSP Vision is seeking an Optical Technician (Level 1) to support daily lab operations in a fast-paced production environment. Under direct supervision, you will perform a variety of tasks from lens stocking to tinting and preparing finished lenses.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of manufacturing or optical tech experience, can lift up to 30 pounds, and are able to work any shift. We emphasize quality, safety, and teamwork across departments.