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FT Optical Lens Laboratory Finishing/Assembly Service Position

Columbia, SC · On-site

$13/hr

Full-time, entry level, optical lens laboratory position with growth potential available in established business for sharp, responsible individual. Primary responsibilities: · Lens edging, · ...

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Starfire Optical Range is a world class research facility with recognized achievements in adaptive ... Troubleshoots and resolves complex laboratory and test-related problems * Coordinates test ...

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FT Optical Lens Laboratory Finishing/Assembly Service Position

Vision Center

Columbia, SC • On-site

$13/hr

Full-time

Dental, PTO

Posted 12 days ago

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Job description

Full-time, entry level, optical lens laboratory position with growth potential available in established business for sharp, responsible individual. 

Primary responsibilities:

·         Lens edging, 

·         Eyeglass/lens inspection, 

·         Multi-line telephone, 

·         Filing, 

·         Mail, 

·         Inventory management, 

·         Administrative support duties will include assisting Manager and answering customer questions

·         Additional administrative responsibilities and training opportunities available with proven progress!

Qualifications: 

·         High School Diploma, or GED, additional education or optical experience a plus,

·         2-3 years of work experience preferred, 

·         Attention to detail, good verbal & written communication skills, and 

·         Basic computer and telephone skills. 

·         Resume and requested compensation must be attached for applicant consideration.

General Office Information: 

·         Office hours are 9:00 - 5:30 Monday through Friday

·         Paid time off

·         Employee vision discounts 

Compensation: depends on experience

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Company Description

Our Vision Center has met the eye care needs of families in the Midlands of South Carolina for over 40 years. Providing excellent customer service and superior quality remains the emphasis of the company.
It is important to us that our patients and clients enjoy being served by our professional, caring staff and recommend us to friends. We provide the Midlands with the largest selection of high-end, brand name eyewear lines and the best prescription lenses, because our patients deserve the best!