SVS Vision - North Side Floating Optician

SVS Vision; Imlay City (MI); On-site; USD 39,060 - 50,220; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and personal time off

Anniversary bonus

Matching 401(k) plans

Affordable medical and dental benefits

Opportunity for growth within the company

Professional training

Job summary

A leading optical company in Michigan is seeking Opticians to assist customers in selecting eyeglasses and lenses. You will work closely with eye care professionals and provide excellent customer service while interpreting prescriptions. The role includes duties such as dispensing eyewear, providing contact lens instructions, and meeting sales goals. This position offers above-market salaries and additional commissions, ensuring a rewarding environment for motivated individuals.

Qualifications

• Proficient communication skills are essential in dealing with customers and doctors.
• Attention to detail is crucial when dispensing eyewear and interpreting prescriptions.
• Adaptability to changing environments and customer needs is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service to eyewear customers.
• Interpret eye examination results and dispense eyewear accordingly.
• Assist customers in selecting the right frames and lenses.

Skills

Professional communication skills

Strong attention to detail

Adaptable to change

Teamwork oriented

Excellent customer service skills

Job description

+ Average range of $350-$750 per month in commission sales.

Since 1974, SVS Vision has helped our customers lead better lives through better vision. As a Michigan-based company with over 80+ offices in 9 states, we have grown to be one of the largest optical companies in the Midwest with the help of our devoted employees. We are a family-oriented company that takes pride in recognizing and rewarding our employees for their hard work and dedication. We trust our company philosophy makes for an exciting and fun work environment where our employees can thrive while providing the best customer service possible. Our pledge to our employees has never wavered, as seen in our remarkable longevity with the opportunities for growth within the company, above-market salaries, and exceptional benefits.

Additionally, SVS offers an employee referral bonus where you are awarded substantial additional earnings for qualified employee referrals. Opticians have supplemental earning potential. They can make additional compensation on what they sell, this is in addition to their regular compensation. Opticians could also enjoy free designer glasses every year along with incredible discounts.

Job Summary

SVS Vision Opticians will be responsible for helping customers achieve the right type of eyeglasses, lens shape or contact lenses in accordance with their eyesight or eye. Opticians usually work as part of a team of eye care professionals including optometrists. Their customers are generally people who have had an eye exam and received a prescription for corrective lenses or could need protective lenses including safety and sunglasses. Our opticians enjoy this rewarding position by providing excellent customer service, building relationships with our patients, and styling their eyewear to fit their needs and personality. Opticians need to have a thorough understanding of the different types of optical aids available. Their duties usually include (but are not limited to):

Duties/Responsibilities

• Providing excellent customer service
• Interpreting the results of eye examinations, using prescriptions written by doctors
• Dispensing eyewear
• Assisting customers in the selection of frames and lenses
• Contact lens instructions
• Adjusting/repairing eyewear
• Communication with Doctor regarding patient recommendations
• Willing to travel between stores if needed
• Meet and exceed personal/store sales goals
• Answering phones to assist patients
• Scheduling appointments/managing appointment book
• Ability to participate in an active and busy environment

Required Skills/Abilities

• Professional communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Adaptable to change
• Teamwork oriented
• Excellent customer service skills

Benefits and Perks

• Energetic environment
• Paid vacation and personal time off, paid holidays
• Available anniversary bonus
• Paid mileage
• Paid rate increases per union contract
• License and CE reimbursement
• Sales commission
• Above market salary
• Matching 401(k) plans
• Affordable medical and dental benefits
• Vision benefits provided by SVS Vision
• Life and disability insurance
• Company sponsored discounts on many useful items and services
• Ability to transfer based on seniority
• Opportunity for growth within the company
• Rewards and recognition for outstanding performance
• Professional training
• Licensed and CE reimbursement (licensed states only)
• Ability to transfer locations based on seniority
• Perfect attendance bonus