Optical Lab Technician FT Auburn AL #231

About the role

Eyemart Express was founded 30 years ago by Dr. Barnes with a single shop in Appleton, WI and has grown to over 245 locations across 42 states. The company is dedicated to excellence in everything we do, delivering quality eyewear quickly and at great prices, operating local labs in stores, offering eye exams, and providing same‑day delivery on glasses so customers never miss a moment. As an Optical Lab Technician you will cut, edge, and create prescription lenses to ensure customers receive their new glasses in a timely manner, using your technical skills and attention to detail to uphold high standards of quality and service. Experience is preferred but not required; the company is willing to train the right candidate. The earning potential for this role is competitive, inclusive of base pay and incentives. Eyemart Express values work‑life balance and strives to be as flexible as possible with scheduling needs to help team members achieve harmony between work and personal life.

Responsibilities

• Lab Work: Identify and work with basic optical laboratory equipment, tools, supplies, and materials.
• Consistently adhere to hourly deadlines for finishing jobs.
• Prescription Management: Correctly read and interpret prescription specifications and input into the computer to ensure lenses are cut properly.
• Maintenance: Maintain the lab area and equipment in a safe and organized manner. Perform daily, weekly, and monthly lab equipment maintenance.
• Operational Excellence: Perform multiple concurrent tasks at several different equipment stations to maintain acceptable job flow.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Experience working in a lab or technical setting
• Experience working in the optical industry is preferred
• Must be able to read, comprehend, and follow technical manuals and protocols

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Matching 401k
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Fully paid benefits to maintain licensing requirements and opportunities for advancement