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Optical Jobs in Indiana (NOW HIRING)

Sales Manager (Optical Retail)

Columbus, IN

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

As a Stanton Optical Sales Manager you would be our sales leader, assisting the Brand Manager in supervising and executing action plans to drive sales performance while creating a positive, results ...

Sales Manager (Optical Retail)

Columbus, IN · On-site

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

As a Stanton Optical Sales Manager you would be our sales leader, assisting the Brand Manager in supervising and executing action plans to drive sales performance while creating a positive, results ...

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Entry Level Optical Engineer

Odon, IN · On-site

$75K - $110K/yr

We are currently looking for an Entry Level Optical Engineer to support the design, integration, and testing of advanced electro-optical and infrared (EO/IR) systems across maritime, airborne, and ...

Mid-Level Optical Engineer

Odon, IN · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

We are currently looking for a Mid-Level Optical Engineer to support the design, integration, and testing of advanced electro-optical and infrared (EO/IR) systems across maritime, airborne, and ...

We are currently looking for a Mid-Level Optical Engineer to support the design, integration, and testing of advanced electro-optical and infrared (EO/IR) systems across maritime, airborne, and ...

Mid-Level Optical Engineer

Odon, IN · On-site

$80K - $120K/yr

We are currently looking for a Mid-Level Optical Engineer to support the design, integration, and testing of advanced electro-optical and infrared (EO/IR) systems across maritime, airborne, and ...

We are currently looking for a Mid-Level Optical Engineer to support the design, integration, and testing of advanced electro-optical and infrared (EO/IR) systems across maritime, airborne, and ...

Optical Stylist, Part Time

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$16.50 - $21.25/hr

OPTICAL STYLIST SEE Eyewear is addicted to uncovering hidden gems--and not just within our product assortment. We believe that finding the perfect frames starts with finding the perfect people. At ...

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How much do optical jobs pay per hour?

As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for optical in Indiana is $20.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.58 and $22.21 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What Is the Difference Between an Ophthalmologist an Optometrist and an Optician?

Optometrists and ophthalmologists are both medical eye care professionals, but they differ in their level of training. Ophthalmologists are medical doctors and complete eight years of medical school. They can practice medicine and perform surgery. Optometrists are not medical doctors. Optometrists earn a doctor of optometry degree after attending four years of optometry school. These professionals primarily perform eye exams and vision tests, but they can also identify some basic eye abnormalities. Optometrists are also licensed to prescribe some medications. Opticians are eyewear specialists and do not need any formal medical education.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Optical Technician, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Optical Technician, you need a strong understanding of optics, lens fabrication, and vision correction, often supported by a high school diploma and on-the-job training or certification. Familiarity with lensometers, auto-refractors, and optical dispensing software is typically required. Attention to detail, customer service skills, and effective communication help you excel when assisting patients and collaborating with eye care professionals. These skills are crucial for ensuring accurate prescription fulfillment, patient satisfaction, and the smooth operation of optical services.

What are some common challenges faced by optical technicians, and how can they effectively address them?

Optical technicians often encounter challenges such as keeping up with evolving lens technologies, managing high volumes of customer orders, and ensuring precise fabrication and fitting of eyewear. Staying updated through ongoing training and certifications is essential to handle new equipment and materials. Additionally, strong communication and organizational skills help in coordinating with optometrists and delivering excellent customer service. Collaborating closely with the rest of the optical team ensures that patient needs are met efficiently and accurately.

What are optical jobs?

Optical jobs refer to roles within the vision care and eyewear industry, such as opticians, optical assistants, and technicians. These professionals help customers select and fit eyeglasses or contact lenses, assist with vision tests, and provide support to optometrists and ophthalmologists. They may also perform repairs and adjustments on eyewear and educate customers about lens options and eye care. Working in optical jobs typically requires strong customer service skills and a basic understanding of eye anatomy and optical products.

What is the difference between Optical vs Optometrist?

AspectOpticalOptometrist
CredentialsTypically requires optical technician or assistant certificationRequires Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree and licensure
Work EnvironmentOptical stores, eyewear retail, labsClinics, private practices, healthcare settings
Industry UsageFocuses on eyewear fitting, lens selection, customer serviceFocuses on eye exams, vision testing, diagnosing eye conditions

Optical roles mainly involve assisting with eyewear and customer service, while optometrists provide comprehensive eye care and diagnosis. Both are essential in eye health but differ significantly in education and scope of practice.

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Infographic showing various Optical job openings in Indiana as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 81% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,433 per year, or $20.4 per hour.
Floating Sales Manager (Optical Retail)

Floating Sales Manager (Optical Retail)

Stanton Optical

Indianapolis, IN

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 28 days ago


Stanton Optical rating

5.7

Company rating: 5.7 out of 10

Based on 26 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

27th of 38 rated optical retailers


Job description

Reports to: Brand (Store) Manager

Location: On-Site Store Location

Do you love encouraging others to achieve their goals? Do you have a passion to drive results and coach a team to follow in your footsteps? As a Stanton Optical Sales Manager you would be our sales leader, assisting the Brand Manager in supervising and executing action plans to drive sales performance while creating a positive, results-driven team atmosphere. We are also motivated to invest in preparing you for the next steps in your career. By training you and encouraging you to take ownership of the role, you will be empowered to support store operations, train and coach associates, foster a strong partnership with the Clinical team and Lab Staff, leading to frequent exposure with Senior Leadership, and more.

About us:

Stanton Optical is among the nation’s fastest growing, full-service retail optical centers. We are dedicated to offering customer service and quality eyewear at affordable prices to our patients and customers. As a leading optical retailer, we offer some of the nation's most desirable optical brands

Our team members share and support the Vision, Mission and Values of our parent company, Now Optics. These include:

Vision: Modernizing the eye care experience for all people

Mission: Making eye care easy

Values: iCARE

  • Integrity: We see integrity as building a foundation of trust with our customers, employees and stakeholders by communicating honestly, ensuring consistency and delivering on our commitments

  • Collaboration: We see collaboration as combining the talents of a diverse group, offering proactive communication and being open-minded to new ideas

  • Accountability: We see accountability as taking initiative, delivering our best in all we do, accepting responsibility for our actions and taking ownership of results

  • Respect: We see respect as prioritizing human relationships, being present, connecting with transparency and empathy

  • Empowerment: We see empowerment as making purpose-driven decisions to support the company vision, showing appreciation for others, and taking care of the individuals we serve

Why join our winning team?

  • We are the fastest growing, founder-led, and privately owned eye care provider in the United States. We believe quality eye care should be easy, accessible, and affordable for all people. Stanton Optical, consistently rank among the nation’s top optical retailers.
  • We offer a flexible, dynamic work environment where we foster innovation and creativity. We encourage you to be proactive in sharing the great ideas you have to improve the business.
  • Eligible employees enjoy great benefits such as medical, dental, and prescription drug coverage, company paid life and short-term disability coverage and free eyeglasses. We also offer identity theft protection, pet insurance, and much more.
  • Paid time off that increases with seniority
  • Professional development and promotion opportunities
  • Employee recognition programs
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Employees get 2 free eyeglasses (no dollar limit) every year, and Friends and Family discounts on our products!
  • We offer competitive variable compensation opportunities and commission on sales.
  • Work with an amazing team!

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Drive sales to exceed personal and store goals while delivering outstanding customer service experience.

  • Support Brand Manager duties frequently acting as Manager on duty to accomplish the following objectives:

    • Support store talent acquisition and talent development; including but not limited to direct recruiting, partnership with Recruiting Department, training new team members and ongoing development plans for store associates.

    • Building strong partnership with Clinical services.

    • Analyze daily/weekly/monthly/quarterly reports to ensure all staff members are achieving desired goals.

    • Communicates effectively and builds a strong partnership with the Support Center and Human Resources

    • Ensure proper lab production so that “Now Service” and “Ready When Promised” are achieved.

  • Execute simple customer repairs, assemble lenses into frames and edge stock lenses to expedite delivery of eyeglasses, and ensure customer orders are delivered accurately and on time.

  • Ensure brand standards are met in the lab area, and notify management of equipment malfunctions, incomplete orders, incorrect lenses, etc.

  • Keep track of delivery time commitments to patients (Now Service, Ready When Promised) to ensure 100% compliance.

  • Other duties as assigned and required.

Key Qualifications

  • You have demonstrated leadership ability with at least one year of experience in a fast paced retail environment

  • You have experience planning and implementing sales strategies, as well as directing a sales team

  • You have the ability to multitask, prioritize and be flexible with changing business needs in a team environment

  • You have the skills necessary to communicate effectively with a diverse group of people

Are you the perfect fit?

  • Do you share our vision of modernizing eye care for all people and making eye care easy?

  • Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent required?

  • Are you passionate about outstanding customer/patient care and eager to share that passion with others?

  • Do you have a strong interest in learning, embracing and fostering innovation among your team?

  • Are you consistently promoting high work standards while empowering others to have an entrepreneurial mentality with our company?

  • Do you have schedule flexibility? Work hours will be determined based on business needs

  • Are you knowledgeable about MS Word, Google Docs, etc?

  • Optical experience is a plus

Now Optics d/b/a Stanton Optical Brand is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at our company are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or certain classifications based on genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or apply for a position, email retailcareers@stantonoptical.com with your request. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or correspondence. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability.


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