Optical Lab Technician - Cambuslang, Glasgow

Optical Lab Technician - Cambuslang, Glasgow, Scotland I have an opportunity for an experienced Optical Lab Technician working for a leading Optical Domiciliary Company who are a provider of eyecare throughout the UK at their Optical Lab in Cambuslang, Glasgow; you will be part of a team responsible for the manufacturing lenses for spectacles. Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities " To be multiskilled in all aspects of the production line. " Importing orders. " Engraving glasses. " Sending orders to 3rd party suppliers " Booking in orders from 3rd party suppliers " Dealing with queries from branch partners. " Safely operating glazing and surfacing machinery. " To surface and glaze glasses to comply with British Standards. " Picking Lenses " Picking Frames " Fitting Glasses " Surfacing Bifocals, Varifocal and Special Single Vision Lenses. " Focimetry of lenses. " Final quality checking. " Understand and interpret prescriptions to ensure customer received best lens choice. " Dealing with customer queries regarding prescriptions, resolving any complaints in an efficient and professional manner. Qualifications and Skills " Good working knowledge of computer software's and operation. " Glazing experience essential. " Prior production and surfacing experience preferred " Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and clients. " Good knowledge and understanding of health and safety in a production environment. What the company offer " Very competitive salary " Private medical insurance " Life assurance " A friendly environment with regular team days " Relaxed dress code " Comprehensive training " Career progression opportunities " Additional holidays with length of service " Contributory pension scheme matched up to 5% " Free sight and hearing test and discounted eyewear and hearing products