Lab Technician

Specsavers; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading optical retailer in Bilston is seeking a Lab Technician to ensure high standards in customer spectacle orders using advanced equipment. The role requires attention to detail and experience in an optical lab. Full-time work (30 hours per week) is essential, and benefits include a competitive salary and discounts for friends and family.

Benefits

Competitive salary depending on experience

Friends and family discount

Free parking

Close to metro link and bus station

Responsibilities

• Read lens and frame specifications from prescriptions.
• Use blocking and glazing machines to cut lenses.
• Assemble lenses into frames.
• Tint lenses for UV protection and colors.
• Perform quality checks on completed glasses.
• Maintain good housekeeping and machine upkeep.

Skills

Great communicator

Eye for detail

Flexible and adaptable

Passionate people person

Organised

Hard worker

Good time management

Previous experience in an optical lab

Job description

Job Title

Lab Technician

Location

Specsavers Bilston

About the Role

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.

Responsibilities

• 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

Qualifications

• Great communicator
• Eye for detail
• Be flexible and adaptable
• Passionate people person
• Organised
• Hard worker
• Good time management skills
• Previous experience working in an optical lab

Benefits

• Competitive salary - depending on experience
• Full time - 4 days - 30 hours - weekend working is essential
• Close to metro link and bus station
• Friends and family discount
• Based in Bilston, our store has free parking!

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industry

Retail