Now Hiring Licensed Optician Roles $1,000 Sign On Bonus

About the Role

Responsible for dispensing spectacles and other optical products to both adults and children, working with prescriptions written by optometrists and ophthalmologists. This position advises and assists patients with various types of lenses and spectacle frames, including style, weight, and color.

Why You’ll Love Working at BJ’s

At BJ’s Wholesale Club, our team members are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and future.

• Weekly Pay: Get paid every week.
• Free BJ’s Memberships: Enjoy a complimentary Club Card Membership, plus a free Supplemental Membership for someone in your household.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Includes vacation, personal, sick days, holidays, bereavement, and jury duty leave.
• Flexible and Affordable Health Benefits: Choose from three medical plans, and access optional dental, vision, Health Savings Account (HSA), and flexible spending account options.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: Includes a company match (available to team members 18 and older).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Purchase shares of BJ’s common stock at a 15% discount through after-tax payroll deductions.

Eligibility requirements vary by position.

Responsibilities

• Verifies order data entry, compares Rx to original Rx provided from the doctor to ensure accuracy.
• Completes proper order filing procedures, including filing under the correct ABC system in the store.
• Delivers sales by providing excellent member service in person and over the phone, explaining procedures included under the exam fee, and maintaining a friendly demeanor.
• Takes measurements, ensures correct frame selection for Rx power, reads prescriptions on the lensometer, and manages timely notification of product readiness.
• Advances orders in the system, including received, notified, and dispense stages, and handles all money-related transactions.
• Strives to meet sales and metric goals by educating patients on product benefits and recommending solutions to improve visual needs.
• Engages with members in front of Optical during downtime.
• Adheres to all privacy and confidential/proprietary company policies and procedures (e.g., HIPAA).
• Provides support to members in making eyeglass adjustments and repairs.
• Assists the Optical Manager with opening and closing procedures.
• Ensures accurate funds are collected and payments are made at the point of service.
• Maintains all club policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of this job.

Team Member Expectations

• Carry out job functions and responsibilities as assigned.
• Support the application of club policies, procedures, and compliance.
• Strive for flawless execution and hold ourselves accountable.
• Act with honesty and integrity, prioritizing members to address and escalate concerns.
• Ensure a safe and positive environment for members and team members.
• Embrace inclusion and diversity through collaboration and respect.
• Work as a team to achieve goals with speed and agility.
• Maintain a friendly and positive attitude.

Member Service Standards

• Deliver service excellence through all points of contact.
• Resolve and de-escalate member concerns.
• Ensure a safe and positive environment and experience for members.
• Commit daily to GOLD Member Standards: Greet, Anticipate, Appreciate (GAA).
• Adhere to Fast, Friendly, Full, Fresh, Clean Club Standards.

Club Standards

• Work as a team to deliver GOLD club standards daily.
• Maintain a "Grand Opening Look" with commitment and pride.
• Ensure all items are stocked and planograms executed.
• Maintain visible and accurate signage.
• Keep the club clean and organized, inside and out.

Business Knowledge

• Understand how to access and read production and/or financial performance reporting for your department.
• Recognize the connection between consistent execution and its positive impact on the business.

Requirements

• Must be licensed to work as an optician within the state and keep the license up to date and active.
• Knowledge of optical products and business practices preferred.
• High school diploma, college degree, and/or big-box wholesale, retail, and/or optical experience is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills, organizational skills, and attention to detail required.
• Open shift availability required for full-time positions.
• At least 18 years of age.

Environmental Job Conditions

• Most of the time is spent moving about frequently on hard surfaces.
• Occasional need to position oneself to examine or scan merchandise, including bending, handling, pulling, reaching, and/or stooping.
• Frequently requires lifting objects up to 20 pounds; may require lifting and moving heavy and/or awkward objects more than 20 pounds with assistance.
• Located in a comfortable indoor area with frequent exposure to temperature extremes and loud noises.
• Occasional exposure to cleaning agents.
• Requires the use of optical hand tools to adjust and repair members’ eyeglasses, including the insertion and removal of nose pads and small screws.

Pay

Starting hourly rate: $33.00. The pay range advertised does not include additional compensation such as spiffs, commissions, or bonuses. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, education, experience, and qualifications.