What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Technician position at Rochester Optical?
Rochester Optical was established in Rochester, New York in 1932. At the time, the owner saw a growing need for protective tactical eyewear for the Armed Forces, aircraft pilots, and police officers. Later, Rochester Optical became one of the country's few military prescription glasses frame manufacturers and supplied the Army and the Air Force with combat-ready ballistic eyewear for soldiers. After WWII, the tactical eyewear company expanded its services to include creating and selling prescription eyeglasses for the public. Rochester Optical quickly became one of the best glass frames and prescription eyeglass manufacturers in the area, producing many popular glass frame styles of the time with polarized tints.
Since then, Rochester Optical has added a large, full-functioning optical lab, a wholesale business line, and a stock lens facility and created wearable device solutions using augmented reality technology.
Rochester Optical is an optical leader and innovator in the eyewear space. Our headquarters are in Rochester, NY, and we continue to expand our national and international reach.
If you want to apply your technical skills in a dynamic and rewarding industry, we encourage you to apply for the Optical Lab Technician position. Join us in creating high-quality eyewear that enhances the lives of our customers.
We look forward to reviewing your application!
General Responsibilities:
• Operate optical laboratory equipment and manage work orders from inventory to processing, inspection, and shipping.
• Follow work instructions and specifications to fabricate eyeglass lenses according to prescription requirements.
• Inspect lenses for accuracy in prescription, lens thickness, and cosmetic quality.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and perform routine maintenance to ensure optimal performance.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment to uphold safety and quality standards.
• Communicate effectively with team members to prioritize tasks and meet production goals.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures related to quality control and compliance.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Specific job duties vary by department.
Requirements:
• Previous experience working in an optical lab setting preferred.
• Proficiency in using optical lab equipment and tools preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively.
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional training or certification in optical technology is a plus.
DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to reflect the current job accurately, management reserves the right to revise the job or require other or different tasks to be performed as assigned.
Compensation and Benefits:
Compensation is commensurate with experience.
The benefits package includes medical insurance (Blue Cross/Blue Shield PPO and three high-deductible plans with employer-sponsored Health Savings Accounts), MetLife Dental Insurance, company-paid group life insurance and group long-term disability insurance policies, a Paid Time Off program, Holidays, a 401(k) program with an annual company match, and a vision program.
Rochester Optical is committed to equal opportunity for all, regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Rochester Optical will make reasonable accommodation for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.
EOE/M/F/Veteran/Disabled
Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, selected candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes, including drug testing, as permitted or required by applicable law.
