Contact Lens Technician

Optical Lab Technician roles and Contact Lens Technician jobs based in Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire. Zest Optical are working with a leading optical manufacturer based in Leighton Buzzard to hire a full time Contact Lens Technician.

A specialist contact lens manufacturer based in Leighton Buzzard are looking for a full time Contact Lens Technician due to production expansion.

Contact Lens Technician- The Role

• To manufacture contact lenses in an efficient manner, reducing scrappage and ensuring all lenses are of a high standard.
• To follow all training and Work Instructions in full
• To keep a clean, safe, and tidy workspace and report any issues or concerns to line manager.
• To clean down all areas of dry and empty the hoovers as required.
• To receive and prepare product for quality control checks from Manufacturing department.
• To inspect product ensuring product is in good condition and measures within set out company tolerances.
• To reject non-conforming product.
• To prepare product for final packaging.
• To carry out the product sterilization process.
• To complete final checks of the product before despatch.
• To complete any other necessary requirements to ensure smooth running of Quality Control department.
• To apply by all Health & Safety Policies set out by the company
• To support the business across the Goods in to Goods out process (subject to training)

Contact Lens Technician - Requirements

• High level in attention to details
• Previous experience in a Optical manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with Microsoft Windows and Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Customer-oriented mindset with a focus on delivering exceptional support

Salary and Further Details

• Salary £25,000 to £26,000 DOE
• Monday to Friday - 11am to 7.30pm
• Working 40 hours a week
• Extensive Training Programme
• 2 x 15 mins tea breaks - paid
• 1 x 30 min lunch - unpaid
• Pension salary sacrifice, 3% / 5% ratio
• Eye care vouchers for annual eye tests
• Free "company made" contact lenses
• Company Wellbeing program

To apply for this role please send a copy of your CV or call for more information.