Optical technician supervisor

LensCrafters; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Retirement savings

Paid time off

Job summary

LensCrafters in Appleton, WI seeks an Optical Technician Supervisor to oversee daily lab operations and assist in delivering high-quality eye care. This full-time, on-site role partners with the Managing Doctor to ensure accurate lens fabrication, testing, and timely patient service.

The role includes scheduling, training, coaching staff, maintaining safety and HIPAA compliance, and collaborating with store leadership to optimize patient flow and satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to lead and coach a team.
• Ability to manage time effectively and problem solve.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and patient data handling.

Responsibilities

• Oversee lab/ optical service operations to ensure quality control.
• Coordinate technician schedules and assign work.
• Train and mentor optical technicians.
• Maintain patient flow and ensure timely appointment execution.
• Ensure HIPAA-compliant handling of patient records.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Sales skills

Organizational skills

Independent work

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

HIPAA knowledge

Job description

Company Description LensCrafters combines advanced optical technology with a highly personalized approach to eye care, creating an environment focused on exceptional vision and customer experiences. The company centers its work around sight, emphasizing quality care, continuous learning, and adherence to high optical standards. Team members are supported so they can deliver the best possible care and service to patients and customers. LensCrafters is part of EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses, offering broad opportunities for growth and development.

Role Description The Optical Technician Supervisor is a full-time, on-site role based in Appleton, WI. This role oversees daily operations in the lab or optical service area, ensuring accurate lens fabrication, assembly, and quality control for eyewear. The supervisor coordinates technician schedules, assigns work, and monitors productivity to maintain service standards and turnaround times. The role also includes training and mentoring optical technicians, reinforcing safety protocols, and ensuring compliance with company and industry guidelines. The Optical Technician Supervisor collaborates closely with store leadership and eye care professionals to support a seamless patient and customer experience.

Location: Appleton, WI, US, 54913

Requisition ID: 940194

Store #: 000287 LensCrafters

Position:Full-Time

LensCrafters is a place for visionaries. We’ve got a vision for pairing state-of-the-art technology with a truly personal approach to eye care.

Everything we do is centered around sight. Because quality care helps us see the joy in life. Because learning from the best, makes us all better. Because continuing our legacy of the highest optical standards helps us innovate the future in optical care.

At LensCrafters, we want every person who enters our doors to feel our passion for care. And that’s why we’re committed to taking care of you, so you can bring the best quality experience to our patients and customers.

LensCrafters is part of EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of world-class vision care products, including iconic eyewear, advanced lens technology and cutting-edge digital solutions. Join our global community of over 200,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry. Discover more by following us on LinkedIn!

JOB DESCRIPTION

GENERAL FUNCTION

Create exceptional value in the lives of our patients by delivering the LensCrafters Experience. Partner with the Managing Doctor (OD) to ensure all patients receive the highest quality Optometric care. Deliver the store’s key performance indicators by integrating the Patient/Customer Journey and ensuring flawless execution of the patient experience/behaviors and seamlessly link the doctor and retail functions together.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure associate behaviors are in place to consistently exceed OD NPS (Net Promoter Score), patient retention, exam and contact lens growth
• Consistently communicate importance of an annual eye exam; deliver best in class TAB (The Appointment Book) performance
• Attract new patients to the practice
• Lead through the OD labor model, assign someone to Pre-test patients to deliver the best patient flow for a positive patient experience
• Greet patients with a geniune positive attitude without delay when patient enters
• Promptly answer the telephone in a friendly and courteous manner
• Explain all required paperwork, tests, insurance benefits, products/services and timeframe
• Ensure that NEE (Next Eye Exam) calls are made daily
• Ensure scheduled patients are contacted and reminded of appointments within 24 hours of exam time, no shows are called within 20 minutes of scheduled appointment
• Collect all patient data in TAB; prepare patient charts the night before
• Perform assessment, Contact lens insertion, removal and patient care training
• Responsible for training/certifying all newly hired doctor’s office associates
• Observe and coach on quality of assessment
• Responsible for ordering contact lens trials in advance of need and ensure all stock are valid (not expired)
• Coach and model how to present annual supplies of contacts to patients
• Assist in recruiting/selecting high caliber doctor support staff
• Ensure doctor office supplies are ordered timely
• Ensure Physician referral log is accurately maintained
• Provide associate scheduling feedback to the Managing Doctor and Store Manager
• Display patience and courtesy to indecisive or difficult patients and staff
• Perform work accurately and thoroughly despite time pressure and patient volume
• Process, maintain and file patient records in an organized, efficient manner in accordance with HIPAA
• Collect and capture all patient and prescription information, along with exam fees into Point of Sale system
• Take pride in appearance of the office; ensure OD visuals align with brand guidelines
• Aware of and champion store promotions and share with doctor support staff
• Ensure office is clean and free of clutter at all times
• Deliver clear, motivating and constructive feedback in a timely manner to ensure associates are exhibiting right behaviors

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• High School graduate or equivalent
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience
• Patient service; strong interpersonal skills
• Leadership; coaching skills
• Problem solving ability
• Sales skills
• Strong communicator and listener
• Ability to manage time effectively and problem solve
• Strong organizational skills and prioritization
• Ability to work independently

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience in customer service, retail and/or optical
• Two years of optical or supervisory experience
• Demonstrate good ophthalmic lens product knowledge

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our business. Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts.

EssilorLuxottica complies with all applicable laws related to the application and hiring process. If you would like to provide feedback regarding an active job posting, or if you are an individual with a disability who would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844-303-0229 (be sure to provide your name, job id number, and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email [e-mail]

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.