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Optical Lab Technician in Glasgow

On-site in Glasgow·Part-time·Added yesterday (last checked 23 Oct)

Specsavers

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Our summary

Salary
£12.91 an hour
Work mode
On-site, Glasgow
Contract
Permanent contract, part-time hours

Skills

Specsavers is hiring for this role in several places. This vacancy is in Glasgow.

The role

So, you're a proactive people person, passionate about retail. Sounds like you'd be a great fit here. If you've ever considered a career in optics, this Lab technician role could be perfect for you.

As a Lab technician you will use the latest computer-controlled equipment with an eye for detail & accuracy, allowing you to maintain high standards to maximise customer satisfaction.

With your previous knowledge of an Optical Lab, you will be part of a team responsible for preparing customer's spectacle orders to the highest standard.

What you'll do

  • Reading lens and frame specifications from prescriptions
  • Using blocking and glazing machines to cut lenses to the correct shape and fit
  • Assembling lenses into frames
  • Tinting of lenses to provide UV protection and a variety of colours
  • Attention to detail
  • Ordering frames and lenses
  • Quality checking of completed glasses
  • Good housekeeping and machine maintenance

What's on offer?

As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include:

  • £12.91 per hour
  • 16 hours a week
  • Benefits
  • We will auto-enroll you into the pension scheme with an employer contribution when you contribute too
  • Specsavers Perks - a portal to a world of great everyday discounts and savings
  • WeCare - our employee support service to help you and your immediate family when you need it most
  • Complimentary subscription to the Headspace app
  • Eyecare and hearcare discounts for you and your family
  • Enjoy an additional paid day off on your birthday to celebrate you!
  • Enhanced family leave and company sick pay

What we're looking for?

You will need to have previous experience working in an optical lab, be a great communicator, have an eye for detail, be flexible and adaptable, a passionate people person, organised, and hard-working.

Find out more

Got all of these? We can't wait for you to apply!

About Specsavers

Industry
Optical retail

In their own words

About the company & team

Specsavers Glasgow Forge is a customer-focused opticians providing professional eye-care and hearing services to the local community. The store offers comprehensive eye examinations, sight tests, contact lens consultations and fittings, as well as dispensing and fitting glasses and sunglasses. Hearing services include hearing tests and support with hearing-care solutions. The team focuses on delivering high-quality clinical care alongside friendly, personalised customer service, helping customers find the right products and solutions for their individual needs.

We have a wonderful team of dedicated people in our store ready and waiting for you to meet.

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