Senior Optical Technician (OH)

With minimal supervision, performs the most complex tasks related to the production processes, according to department guidelines.

Perform most complex tasks related to the production processes according to department guidelines, acts as a subject matter expert on all functions related to the Optical Technician job

Perform and/or oversee Inspection functions related to the production process according to department guidelines; assists with the analysis of surface/finishing reworks and breakage

Perform and/or oversee inspection functions related to the production manual process (ANSI)

Research and resolve issues related to internal performance of the department

Assist, cooperate, and communicate with appropriate departments to resolve production & workflow issues

May assist with ordering lab supplies, working with vendors for all consumables; troubleshoots issues/problems with suppliers

Verify all lens specifications are met according to all Lab and Z80 standards, including, but not limited to, optical measures, lens materials, fitting measurements, thickness, cosmetic quality, and any extra features such as tinting, anti-reflective coating, etc.

Preproduction /Dr. Service call functions including calling customers/vendors to explain issues/problems with lens orders

Blocking calibration functions including operating equipment to perform blocking, blocking aid, and blocking set-up

Analyze lens rejects to determine root cause; log determination; log determination and results

Evaluates and identifies trends on the rejects & breakages involving Rx sent to subcontractor vendor

Shipping functions including efficiently working with time sensitive shipments

Maintain lens, frame, and processing parameters with Lab Management Systems (DVI)

Changes chemicals on hand coating units

Work with business partners, root cause information and process improvement methodology to prevent future errors

Maintain unit standards, processes, and procedures to ensure efficient, accurate and measurable results

Maintain awareness of and meet all unit criteria, i.e., production standards, procedures, etc.

Assist in training other department employees

Keep up to date on all safety and evacuation procedures; maintain company safety standards

Job Specifications

Typically has the following skills or abilities:

Two to four years of experience in a production/manufacturing, fast-paced environment

Two to four years of experience working in an optical laboratory or related environment

Demonstrated knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the functions of all Optical Technician jobs

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Working knowledge of PCs and databases

Familiarity with word processing and spreadsheet applications

Experience working in a fast-paced environment

Ability to meet department standards for productivity and quality

Ability to read and write at a level necessary to accomplish the above tasks

Good manual dexterity and hand/eye coordination

Ability to recognize and distinguish colors

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

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 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.

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job grade.

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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 VSP Vision benefits