Optical Technician

VSP Vision; Ohio; On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

VSP Vision is hiring an Optical Technician (Level 1) to support daily lab operations in Lockbourne, OH. The role involves stocking lenses, transcribing digital jobs in the lab management system, and assisting with lens production tasks in a fast-paced environment.

The position requires the ability to lift up to 30 pounds, stand or walk for long periods, and bend/kneel as needed. Shift flexibility is required to meet department needs.

Qualifications

• One to two years of manufacturing, production, or optical tech experience.
• Must be able to work any shift, time, and day.
• Good manual dexterity and hand/eye coordination.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and stand/walk up to 100% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Under direct supervision, perform a variety of tasks related to daily lab operations and production.
• Inventory control and lens stocking responsibilities.
• Operate the automatic taper and edge tints of lenses.
• Expeditor functions and pre-shipping wash-up responsibilities.

Skills

Color vision

Manual dexterity

Stamina

Teamwork

Tools

Lab management system

Automatic taper

Job description

# VSP Vision## Optical TechnicianApply: Onsite: Lockbourne, OH: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R-10098Under direct supervision, perform a variety of tasks related to daily lab operations and production.Perform department tasks including one or more of the following:Perform most functions of an Optical Technician (Level 1)Inventory control functions including assist with stocking lens shelves, sort and distribute trays, pull semi-finished or finished lenses, and perform cosmetic inspection and restockLens stocking including print and tray up jobs off the combob, pull lenses & transcribe digital jobs through the lab management system, stage work in designated areas, and assist with lens stocking and inventoryOperate the automatic taperTints edged and uncut lensesExpeditor functions, including flagging work to movePre-shipping wash-up functions, including providing needed masks/cloths as neededAssist in efficiently moving work through the departmentMaintain company safety standardsMaintain a clean workstationAssist and cooperate with other departmentsEnsure understanding and adherence to quality management and safety requirements, systems, and proceduresOther duties as assignedExperience working in a fast-paced environmentOne to two years of manufacturing, production, or optical tech experience Demonstrated knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the functions of an Optical Technician (Level 1)Must be able to work any shift, time, and dayAbility to meet department standards for productivity and qualityAbility to communicate at a level necessary to accomplish the above tasksGood manual dexterity and hand/eye coordinationAbility to perform physical activities requiring bending, kneeling, and pulling/pushingAbility to recognize and distinguish colorsAbility to understand and follow proceduresAbility to lift up to 30 poundsAbility to walk or stand up to 100% of the time For roles that are remote (i.e., Work From Home (WFH)) or hybrid (i.e., partial onsite at a VSP location and WFH), must demonstrate a high level of engagement in virtual environments, including maintaining camera presence during meetings to support effective communication and team alignment#LI-OPTICSCompensation range for the role is listed below. Applicable salary ranges may differ across markets.Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. As a part of the compensation package, this role may include eligible bonuses and commissions. For more information regarding VSP Vision benefits, please click here. Salary Ranges: $15.75 - $22.58VSP Vision is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.Unincorporated LA County Residents: Qualified Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act, and any other similar laws.**Notice to Candidates: Fraud Alert - Fake Job Opportunity Solicitations Used to Collect Fees/Personal Information.**We have been made aware that fake job opportunities are being offered by individuals posing as VSP Vision and affiliate recruiters. Click here to learn about our application process and what to watch for regarding false job opportunities. As a regular part of doing business, VSP Vision (“VSP”) collects many different types of personal information, including protected health information, about our audiences, including members, doctors, clients, brokers, business partners, and employees. VSP Vision employees will have access to this sensitive personal information and are subject to follow Information Security and Privacy Policies.