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67 Shopko Optical Optician Jobs Hiring Near You

Optical Sales Associate

Mansfield, OH · On-site

$15.25 - $18.75/hr

Shopko Optical is seeking a Full-time Optical Sales Associate to join our team in Ontario, OH. On-the-job training provided, no experience necessary. POSITION SUMMARY: Provide excellent patient and ...

PT Optical Sales Associate

Mansfield, OH · On-site

$15.25 - $18.75/hr

Shopko Optical is seeking a part-time Optical Sales Associate to join our team in Ontario, OH. On-the-job training provided, no experience necessary. POSITION SUMMARY: Provide excellent patient and ...

... Shopko OCE Certification required · High School Graduate or equivalent · Optician experience desired · Supervisory experience with strong customer service focus (preferably in an optical store or ...

Office Assistant/Receptionist

Mansfield, OH · On-site

$15.75 - $20.75/hr

Provide support to the Optical center team. Greet patients as they enter the center, answer the telephone, book appointments, manage patient files, and support all other aspects that do not influence ...

Shopko Optical is currently seeking an Optometrist to join our team! Shopko Optical is a trusted optical retailer, headquartered in Green Bay, WI. With more than 140 locations, a network of 175 ...

Shopko Optical Optometrist Opportunity Shopko Optical is currently seeking an Optometrist to join our team! Shopko Optical is a trusted optical retailer, headquartered in Green Bay, WI. With more ...

Optometrist - Minnesota

Green Bay, WI · On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

Shopko Optical is currently seeking an Optometrist to join our team! Shopko Optical is a trusted optical retailer, headquartered in Green Bay, WI. With more than 100 locations and a network of 150 ...

Shopko Optical Optometrist Opportunity Shopko Optical is currently seeking an Optometrist to join our team! Shopko Optical is a trusted optical retailer, headquartered in Green Bay, WI. With more ...

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Shopko Optical Jobs Information

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

To thrive as an Optician, you need a strong understanding of optical science, lens fitting, and frame adjustment, typically supported by a high school diploma and sometimes an optician certification or licensure. Familiarity with lensometers, pupilometers, and practice management software is essential for daily tasks. Excellent customer service, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help build patient trust and ensure accurate eyewear recommendations. These skills are crucial for delivering precise vision solutions and maintaining patient satisfaction in a competitive healthcare market.

What are some common challenges opticians face when fitting patients with new eyewear?

Opticians often encounter challenges such as ensuring proper fit and comfort for a wide range of facial shapes, addressing patients’ lifestyle needs, and working with complex prescriptions. Communication is key, as opticians must clearly explain lens options and care instructions, while also managing patient expectations regarding vision improvement. Additionally, keeping up with advances in lens technology and frame styles ensures that opticians can offer the most suitable solutions for each individual.

What are opticians?

Opticians are trained professionals who help fit eyeglasses and contact lenses according to prescriptions provided by ophthalmologists or optometrists. They assist customers in choosing the right frames, lenses, and lens coatings to suit their vision needs and lifestyle. Opticians also take measurements, adjust frames for comfort, and educate clients on eyewear care. While they do not perform eye exams or diagnose vision problems, they play a crucial role in ensuring patients have the correct vision correction devices.

Is becoming an optician hard?

Becoming an optician typically requires completing a post-secondary training program or apprenticeship and obtaining certification or licensure, which can involve passing exams. The job involves technical skills, attention to detail, and customer service, but the difficulty varies based on individual aptitude and preparation.

Do workers at Shopko Optical get paid breaks?

No. Most people don’t get paid breaks.
70% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Does Shopko Optical pay people when they’re sick?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid when they’re sick.
40% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Is the health insurance from Shopko Optical affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
75% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and February 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Shopko Optical?

Most people get paid time off work.
100% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and February 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Only some people find out their schedule four weeks ahead of time.
  • 11% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 32% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 21% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 37% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do workers at Shopko Optical worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
74% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do Shopko Optical workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
53% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and December 2025.

How easy is it for Shopko Optical workers to change shifts?

Most people find it hard to change shifts.
69% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Shopko Optical?

Some people find it hard to get time off.
37% of people report it’s hard to get time off.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do Shopko Optical managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
78% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do workers at Shopko Optical do extra work that they don't get paid for?

Rarely. Most people don’t do unpaid extra work.
74% of people report that they don’t do extra unpaid work.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Shopko Optical?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
77% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do people at Shopko Optical feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
83% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do people at Shopko Optical get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
85% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Shopko Optical?

Most people feel stressed out here.
78% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do people at Shopko Optical enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
67% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and October 2025.

Do people at Shopko Optical recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
52% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Shopko Optical?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
57% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Shopko Optical?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 48% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do people think Shopko Optical’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
89% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and December 2025.

Do workers feel well informed about how Shopko Optical is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
47% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.
Infographic showing various Optician job openings at Shopko Optical in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 73% Full Time, 26% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution.
Independent Doctor Of Optometry - Ontario, OH

Independent Doctor Of Optometry - Ontario, OH

Shopko Optical

Mansfield, OH • On-site

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago


Shopko Optical rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 23 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

23rd of 38 rated optical retailers


Job description

Shopko Optical, is currently seeking an Optometrist to join our team!

Partner with a cohesive team at our Ontario, OH location. As an Independent Contractor, you will have the autonomy to build the practice that you want. We provide full ancillary support including screening and patient billing, and we outfit our offices with top-of-the-line equipment including retinal cameras, so an Independent Contractor can focus their time on what matters most, providing great patient care.


Practice Highlights & Support:

  • License a Well Equipped Space with Advanced Technologies
  • Dedicated Staff to Support Patient Care
  • Access to a State-of-the-Art Optical Lab
  • Comprehensive Eye Exams
  • Contact Lens Fitting& Refractive Services
  • Credentialing Assistance
  • Billing, Administrative, and IT Support
  • Access to Shopko Optical’s Patient Base Supporting a Strong Earning Potential

About the Community:

Ontario, OH offers a welcoming suburban community with convenient access to shopping, dining, and entertainment. Residents enjoy beautiful parks, recreational facilities, and nearby trails for outdoor activities year-round. The city boasts strong schools, affordable housing, and a growing economy supported by retail and manufacturing. With its family-friendly atmosphere and proximity to Mansfield and major highways, Ontario is an ideal place for those seeking comfort and connectivity.


Shopko Optical CARES is the way we serve every patient.

  • Connect, create comfort through connection with each patient.
  • Assess, ask the right questions to help create a complete picture of what each patient needs.
  • Recommend, develop personalized care plans for each patient.
  • Educate, explain the ‘why’ to demonstrate our commitment to providing high quality eye care to each patient.
  • See It Through, consistent follow-up builds trust with each patient.

About Shopko Optical:

Shopko Optical began in 1978 as part of the Shopko retail chain, introducing in-store eye care and prescription eyewear services. In 2019, Shopko Optical transitioned into freestanding optical centers, continuing its mission to provide comprehensive, patient-focused eye care. Today, Shopko Optical operates across multiple states, offering advanced eye exams, eyewear, and contact lenses in a comfortable, community-oriented setting. With over 40 years of experience, Shopko Optical remains committed to delivering trusted vision care and personalized service.

Minimum Knowledge, Experience & Skills Requirements:

• OD Degree from ACOE approved College of Optometry

• State Licensed Optometrist

By continuing with this posting for an Independent Doctor of Optometry, you understand that you are not applying for an employed position with Shoptikal LLC d/b/a Shopko Optical. By continuing with this posting for an Independent Doctor of Optometry, you understand and agree that the relationship between Shoptikal LLC d/b/a Shopko Optical and this role shall be an independent contractor relationship, which shall be defined by a contractual arrangement, and not an employer-employee relationship.


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