Optical Lab Technician - Precision Lenses, Flexible Hours

Eyemart Express; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k matching

Short-term and long-term disability

Licensing training & advancement

Job summary

Eyemart Express is hiring an Optical Lab Technician in Virginia Beach, VA. The role involves cutting, edging, and creating prescription lenses to ensure timely delivery of glasses.

Training is available for the right candidate, with a focus on accuracy and quality. Responsibilities include operating optical lab equipment, interpreting prescriptions, maintaining a safe and organized workspace, and balancing multiple tasks to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• Experience in a lab or technical setting is required or preferred.
• Experience in the optical industry is preferred.
• Must be able to read, comprehend, and follow technical manuals and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Lab work: identify and work with basic optical laboratory equipment, tools, supplies, and materials; meet hourly deadlines.
• Prescription management: read and interpret prescription specifications and input into the computer to ensure lenses are cut properly.
• Maintenance: keep lab area and equipment safe and organized; perform scheduled maintenance per manuals.
• Operational excellence: perform multiple tasks at several equipment stations to maintain job flow; complete reporting forms.

Skills

Lab/Technical setting experience

Optical industry knowledge

Ability to read and follow manuals

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Eyemart Express is hiring an Optical Lab Technician in Virginia Beach, VA. The role involves cutting, edging, and creating prescription lenses to ensure timely delivery of glasses.

Training is available for the right candidate, with a focus on accuracy and quality. Responsibilities include operating optical lab equipment, interpreting prescriptions, maintaining a safe and organized workspace, and balancing multiple tasks to meet deadlines.