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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, · ...

Bausch + Lomb

Manufacturing Associate

Lancaster, NY

$17 - $20/hr

Operates manual polishing machines, contact lens optical blocking equipment, and performs contact lens deblocking. May operatehighly automated computerized contact lens manufacturing lathing ...

Bausch & Lomb USA

Manufacturing Associate

Lancaster, NY · On-site

$17 - $20/hr

Operates manual polishing machines, contact lens optical blocking equipment, and performs contact lens deblocking. May operatehighly automated computerized contact lens manufacturing lathing ...

ABB OPTICAL Group

Sr. Optical Specialist

Pittsburgh, PA

$18.75 - $24.28/hr

Control lens inventory (count, order, receive and return to manufacturer of optical lenses and eyeglass frames); Maintain operational supplies * Provide technical training on all areas of the ...

ABB Optical Group

Sr. Optical Specialist

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$18.75 - $24.28/hr

Control lens inventory (count, order, receive and return to manufacturer of optical lenses and eyeglass frames); Maintain operational supplies * Provide technical training on all areas of the ...

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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level optical lens manufacturing in the United States is $25.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.36 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectEntry Level Optical Lens ManufacturingOptical Lens Assembler
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; basic technical skillsHigh school diploma; attention to detail
Work EnvironmentManufacturing plant; machinery operationAssembly line; small parts handling
Industry UsageLens production; quality controlFinal assembly; product inspection

Both roles involve working with optical lenses, but Entry Level Optical Lens Manufacturing focuses on producing and processing lenses, while Optical Lens Assembler emphasizes assembling and inspecting finished products. The skills and environment overlap, but their specific tasks differ within the manufacturing process.

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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 7 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!