Lab Technician - South Gate Optometry

Lab Technician - South Gate Optometry

Date: May 2, 2026 Brand: TeamVision Location: South Gate, CA, US, 90280 Store #: 00T009 TV South Gate Optometry Position: Full-Time Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information

TeamVision has provided superior patient care in our community and we are committed to hiring team members who are dedicated to ensuring excellent vision care is provided to every patient. Our practice fosters a work culture which supports teamwork and builds upon the skills and talents of our employees. We value individuals of integrity who are positive, dependable, and flexible in their work. In return we provide a positive and supportive work culture, offer tremendous incentive opportunities, and support professional development. Our Practice strives to improve quality of life for our patients each day by providing the finest in eye care, expert optical professionals, and an inviting environment. We provide a wide range of vision care services including full-scope optometric patient care, ocular disease management, routine comprehensive eye exams, refractive services, Vision Therapy, and more. Our Optometrists utilize their knowledge, efficiency, and the most modern technology to provide the best vision for everyone. Our Practice is a part of TeamVision, a Management Service Organization within EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacturing, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. Together, we provide operational excellence to eyecare professionals with an aim to be the leading eye care provider in our community.

General Function: This role supports the practice through manufacturing eyewear in accordance with Company standards. This position ensures speed and reliability of service in manufacturing patient eyewear. This role supports establishing the practice as the premier destination for all vision needs within the community.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Produces quality eyewear through utilizing the Quality Manufacturing Program (QMP) that includes lab ordering and in office finishing, edging, mounting, and final inspecting.
• Responsible for basic operation, cleaning and ongoing maintenance of laboratory tools and equipment using established QMP maintenance procedures and calendars.
• Diagnoses and solves equipment issues in conjunction with the diagnostics team, when needed.
• Strives to improve technical knowledge through the completion of the Quality Manufacturing Program and continually applies that knowledge in the production of all eyewear.
• Utilizes product knowledge to determine the best manufacturing process for both routine and special orders to ensure the production of top quality eyewear in accordance within expected delivery time.
• Attentive to detail with all measurements, calculations, equipment settings and defective product. Takes initiative to notice and follow up on discrepancies; suggests improvements, recommends solutions and does what is necessary to ensure patient satisfaction.
• Reviews optical lens measurements and diagnose vision care needs. Operates point-of-sale (POS) and lab application software, inputting all lab statistics with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strives to achieve exceptional results that align with practice priorities. Drives top line performance and bottom line optimization and profitability.
• Takes pride in the appearance of the practice and shows initiative in keeping the lab and stock room clean, organized and safe.
• Complies with all safety and regulatory requirements ensuring supplies/chemicals are stored and used per chemical safety program. Keeps management informed of potential safety opportunities (i.e. broken tiles, equipment, etc.). Demonstrates safe work practices including the wearing of personal protective equipment while in the lab.
• Works weekends and evenings in support of the business needs (varies by location). Adheres to attendance and daily time keeping requirements. Adheres to all company policies and procedures. Consistently maintains proper dress code. Performs other functions as assigned by Practice Manager or as business needs.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Graduate or equivalent
• Strong customer service skills (internal and external)
• Strong communicator and listener
• Organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Optical training
• 1+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Previous experience in optical
• Experience with machinery

Pay Range: 24.94 - 40.57

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our business. Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts. EssilorLuxottica complies with all applicable laws related to the application and hiring process. If you would like to provide feedback regarding an active job posting, or if you are an individual with a disability who would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at View phone number on click.appcast.io (be sure to provide your name, job id number, and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email View email address on click.appcast.io . We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.

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