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Ametek

Sr. Optical Lens Designer

Middlefield, CT · On-site

As a Senior Optical Lens Designer for our Optical Systems Group, you will work on a wide range of ... Support designs through the manufacturing process including troubleshooting and reconciling ...

Essilor

Maintenance Technician

Mcdonough, GA

Experience in an optical lens manufacturing environments (Asset). * Experience in automation integration, PLC programming, and troubleshooting. * Formal training in root cause analysis (RCA) or other ...

EssilorLuxottica

Maintenance Technician

Mcdonough, GA · On-site

Experience in an optical lens manufacturing environments (Asset). * Experience in automation integration, PLC programming, and troubleshooting. * Formal training in root cause analysis (RCA) or other ...

Essilor

Maintenance Technician II

Mcdonough, GA · On-site

Experience in an optical lens manufacturing environments (Asset). * Experience in automation integration, PLC programming, and troubleshooting. * Formal training in root cause analysis (RCA) or other ...

CivicMinds, Inc.

Camera & Optical Engineer

Richardson, TX · On-site

$116K - $151K/yr

... with lens design, tolerance analysis, and stray light mitigation • Solid grasp of optical materials, manufacturing processes, and image quality metrics • Familiarity with optical test ...

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 ...

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 ...

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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How much do freelance optical lens manufacturing jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance optical lens manufacturing in the United States is $62.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60.34 and $68.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Optical Lens Manufacturing vs Optical Lens Manufacturing Technician?

AspectFreelance Optical Lens ManufacturingOptical Lens Manufacturing Technician
CredentialsTypically no formal certification required, but technical skills preferredUsually requires technical certifications or vocational training
Work EnvironmentIndependent, often home-based or small workshopsFactory or production facility
Employer & Industry UsageSelf-employed or contracted work in optical industryEmployed by manufacturing companies or labs
Work ScopeDesign, cut, and assemble lenses independentlyOperate machinery, quality control, and assembly

Freelance Optical Lens Manufacturing involves independent work, often with flexible hours and minimal formal credentials, focusing on custom lens production. In contrast, Optical Lens Manufacturing Technicians work within factories, following standardized procedures, and typically hold technical certifications. Both roles serve the optical industry but differ mainly in work setting and employment structure.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Optical Lens Manufacturing job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 26% Full Time, 47% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 25% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $130,079 per year, or $62.5 per hour.
Lens Finishing Technician - Robertsdale, AL

Lens Finishing Technician - Robertsdale, AL

HOYA Vision Care

Robertsdale, AL • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Vision, Life

Posted 20 days ago

HOYA rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 9 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Summary
Join our lens manufacturing team as a Lens Finishing Technician, inspecting lenses that come from the Surface Department before finish blocking or AR coating. This role is essential to ensuring quality control and precision in our optical lens production process.

Primary Responsibilities
    Spot lenses to check power and prism measurements for accuracy
    Inspect and pad block lenses using specialized blocking equipment
    Operate edging equipment to edge lenses to proper specifications and requirements
    Use buffing equipment to polish lens edges before mounting procedures
    Clean and insert ophthalmic lenses into ophthalmic frames with precision
    Utilize lensometer equipment to check lens attributes against established quality standards
    Verify lens treatments and proper frame alignment against prescription specifications

Education Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience
Prior experience in optical/lens manufacturing is preferred but not required. On-the-job training will be provided for qualified candidates.

Physical Requirements
    Regularly required to sit and use hands for grasping and manipulation 
    Frequently required to reach with hands and arms 
    Regularly required to walk, stoop, kneel, crawl, and/or crouch 
    Must be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds regularly 
    Specific vision abilities required including close vision and ability to adjust focus

Safety Requirements
    Understanding of workplace safety programs
    Closed toe shoes and safety glasses when required
    Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts
    Safe tool handling practices
    Moderate to loud noise work environment
 

HOYA Group: Founded in 1941 in Tokyo, Japan, HOYA Corporation is a global technology and med-tech company and a leading supplier of innovative high-tech and medical products. HOYA's divisions and business units research and develop products utilized in the healthcare and information technology fields. In the healthcare field, we provide medical device products such as eyeglasses, medical endoscopes, contact and intraocular lenses, orthopedic implants, surgical/therapeutic devices and medical device reprocessing and disinfection solutions. In the information technology field, we provide products such as optical lenses, photomasks and blanks used in the manufacturing process for semiconductor and LCD/OLED devices, text-to-speech, human resources and other software solutions and critical components for the mass memory and cloud storage industries. With over 150 offices and subsidiaries worldwide, HOYA currently employs a multinational workforce of 37,000 people.

HOYA Vision Care: As a global leader in optical technology, HOYA Vision Care is dedicated to providing innovative vision care solutions for every stage of a patient's life. A steadfast partner to Eye Care Professionals around the world, it stands at the forefront of optical excellence. With a global presence, consisting of 43 laboratories and a growing team of 20,000 employees, HOYA Vision Care delivers innovative lenses and other vision care solutions to millions of people in 110 countries.

We focus on a better tomorrow, today. You can become part of our story. HOYA Vision Care is the place where you can act according to your strengths and evolve according to your aspirations. It's a place where you can shape the way you work, guided by our CLEAR Values, and empowered by generations of expertise. You can get involved in our sustainability initiatives and choose to become a One Vision ambassador. You can give back the gift of sight to people all over the world by deciding to work with us.

We welcome people who challenge us to become better, who share our sense of purpose and who embrace growth so that our vision and mission align. We invite you to find out more, and together we can continue to provide vision for a lifetime.
Driven by a passion for partnership as well as innovation, HOYA has been a partner to Eye Care Professionals for over 75 years, enabling them to give people the greatest gift, the gift of vision. We provide Eye Care Professionals with the lenses, consultation solutions and other services that help them to develop their practice while changing the way people see the world. We see them as visionaries, and everything we do is for them. Founded in Japan in 1941, today, HOYA has a presence in over 80 countries across the globe.

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