What are the responsibilities and job description for the Optical Technician position at iCare Health Solutions, a VSP Vision™ company?
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Under direct supervision, perform a variety of tasks related to daily lab operations and production
Essential Functions
Perform department tasks including one or more of the following:
Operate and maintain finishing equipment including edgers, blockers, tracers
Interpret and verify lens prescriptions, frame specifications, and work orders
Inventory control functions to include assist with stocking lens shelves, sort and distribute trays, pull semi-finished or finished lenses, perform cosmetic inspection and restock
Lens stocking duties include print and tray up jobs off the combob, pull lenses and transcribe digital jobs through the lab management system, stage work in designated areas, and assist with lens stocking and inventory
Operate the automatic taper; perform lens blocking, layout, and alignment to ensure optical accuracy
Tint edged and uncut lenses; edge and mount lenses into a variety of frame types (metal, plastic, rimless, drill mount)
Expeditor functions including flagging work to move
Pre-shipping wash-up functions including providing needed masks/cloths; conduct final inspections for cosmetic defects, proper fit, and prescription accuracy
Assist in efficiently moving work through the department; collaborate with lab team members and supervisors to ensure workflow efficiency
Maintain company safety standards
Maintain a clean workstation; maintain cleanliness and organization of the lab and equipment
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 manufacturing, production, or optical tech experience
Must be able to work any shift, time, and day
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
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 iCare benefits, please click here.
Salary Description
$14 - $15/hr
Full-time
Description
Under direct supervision, perform a variety of tasks related to daily lab operations and production
Essential Functions
Perform department tasks including one or more of the following:
Operate and maintain finishing equipment including edgers, blockers, tracers
Interpret and verify lens prescriptions, frame specifications, and work orders
Inventory control functions to include assist with stocking lens shelves, sort and distribute trays, pull semi-finished or finished lenses, perform cosmetic inspection and restock
Lens stocking duties include print and tray up jobs off the combob, pull lenses and transcribe digital jobs through the lab management system, stage work in designated areas, and assist with lens stocking and inventory
Operate the automatic taper; perform lens blocking, layout, and alignment to ensure optical accuracy
Tint edged and uncut lenses; edge and mount lenses into a variety of frame types (metal, plastic, rimless, drill mount)
Expeditor functions including flagging work to move
Pre-shipping wash-up functions including providing needed masks/cloths; conduct final inspections for cosmetic defects, proper fit, and prescription accuracy
Assist in efficiently moving work through the department; collaborate with lab team members and supervisors to ensure workflow efficiency
Maintain company safety standards
Maintain a clean workstation; maintain cleanliness and organization of the lab and equipment
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 manufacturing, production, or optical tech experience
Must be able to work any shift, time, and day
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
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 iCare benefits, please click here.
Salary Description
$14 - $15/hr
Salary : $14 - $15