Optical Sales Associate: Training, Certification & Growth

Shopko Optical; Merrill (WI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages & incentives

Volunteer Pay

Sick Pay per state law

401K with match

Employee Assistance Program

On the job training & certification

Teammate recognition program

Teammate discounts on eyewear

Job summary

Shopko Optical in Merrill, WI is seeking a Full-time Optical Sales Associate to join our team. Provide excellent patient and customer service in the selection, ordering and dispensing of eyewear, with on-the-job training offered.

No experience is required; on-the-job training and certification opportunities are available, and teammates can take advantage of competitive wages, 401K with match, and employee discounts on eyewear and contact lenses.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or equivalent.
• Maintain license as required by state.
• To become Certified, teammate must complete Shopko OCE Certification requirements and calendar modules.
• Previous experience in an office and/or optical dispensing is preferred.
• Able to handle multiple customer interactions/phone calls at a time.
• Able to analyze prescriptions, repairs and lifestyle dispensing.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer and patient service according to company and Optical Center standards.
• Analyze patient eyewear needs.
• Recommend lenses, coatings and frames to satisfy patient needs.
• Assist patients in selecting frames according to style and facial measurements and prescriptions.
• Order and dispense eyewear accurately and professionally.
• Assist patients with frame repairs and adjustments.
• Show patients how to insert and care for their contact lenses.
• Assist Optometrist with case histories and screenings.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Multitasking

Education

High School Graduate

Job description

Shopko Optical in Merrill, WI is seeking a Full-time Optical Sales Associate to join our team. Provide excellent patient and customer service in the selection, ordering and dispensing of eyewear, with on-the-job training offered.

No experience is required; on-the-job training and certification opportunities are available, and teammates can take advantage of competitive wages, 401K with match, and employee discounts on eyewear and contact lenses.