Optical Technician

Optical-Outlets; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Optical-Outlets in Tampa, FL is seeking an organized, detail‑oriented associate to support lens and frame orders, inventory, and shipping. You’ll communicate with patients and vendors to resolve delays and ensure timely delivery of eyewear.

The role requires 1–2 years of related experience, ability to lift up to 30 pounds, and strong attention to quality and safety standards. This on‑site position offers growth within a fast-paced optical environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced environment.
• 1–2 years of relative experience.
• Ability to meet department productivity and quality standards.
• Ability to communicate effectively to accomplish tasks.
• Good manual dexterity and hand–eye coordination.
• Ability to bend, kneel, and lift up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to stand or walk for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service by proactively communicating with patients or vendors about lens orders.
• Process lens and frame orders from labs or vendors based on vision plans.
• Handle shipping and tracking of orders and maintain related records.
• Unpack and sort inbound frames and lenses for in-house or external labs.
• Monitor orders for delays or backorders and resolve issues.
• Manage inventory; stock lenses and distribute trays; inspect and restock as needed.
• Assist with lab supplies, liaising with vendors for consumables and lens creation.
• Support department workflow and maintain safety and cleanliness.
• Adhere to quality management and safety procedures; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Fast-paced work

2+ years experience

Productivity standards

Communication

Dexterity

Lift up to 30 lbs

Color vision

Job description

Description

Essential Functions

Offer exceptional customer service by proactively communicating in a timely manner; calls patients or vendors to communicate delays/issues with lens orders

Order lenses and frames from appropriate lab or vendor based on vision plan

Perform shipping functions including efficiently working with time-sensitive shipments and maintaining records

Unpack and sort inbound frames and lenses to appropriate in-house trays or ships to various external labs as necessary

Routinely check products on order for delays or back orders and communicates and resolves order issues

Inventory control functions including assisting with stocking lenses, sorting and distributing trays, pulling lenses, and performing cosmetic inspection and restocking as needed

Assist with ordering lab supplies, working with vendors for all consumables; troubleshoots issues/problems, and creating lenses for glasses

Assist in efficiently moving work through the department

Maintain company safety standards

Maintain a clean workstation

Assist and cooperate with other departments

Ensure understanding and adherence to quality management and safety requirements, systems, and procedures

Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Job Specifications

Typically has the following skills or abilities:

Experience working in a fast-paced environment

One to two years of relative experience

Ability to meet department standards for productivity and quality

Ability to communicate at a level necessary to accomplish the above tasks

Good manual dexterity and hand/eye coordination

Ability to perform physical activities requiring bending, kneeling, and pulling/pushing

Ability to recognize and distinguish colors

Ability to understand and follow procedures

Ability to lift up to 30 pounds

Ability to walk or stand up to 100% of the time

For roles that are remote (i.e., Work From Home (WFM)) or hybrid (i.e., partial onsite at a VSP location and WFM), must demonstrate a high level of engagement in virtual environments, including maintaining camera presence during meetings to support effective communication and team alignment

Working Conditions

The working environment is generally favorable. Lighting and temperature are adequate, and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust etc.

The working environment is well lighted and ventilated. Individuals are typically required to stand for long periods of time. Noise and dust from power-grinding machinery and other equipment is to be expected. Individuals may wear safety attire such as goggles and gloves and may work physically close to others, such as when sharing work areas. There are no major hazards.

VSP 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.

The compensation 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 Optical Outlets benefits, please visit opticaloutlets.com/careers