Apprentice Optician

Experience Required

None

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Compensation

$7.25 / hourly

Hours Per Week

20

Number Of Positions

1

Work Schedule and Shift Requirements

First (Day)

Job Description

Requisition ID:945374

Store #:000001 LensCrafters

Position:Part-Time

Total Rewards:Benefits/Incentive Information

LensCrafters is a place for visionaries. We've got a vision for pairing state-of-the-art technology with a truly personal approach to eye care.

Everything we do is centered around sight. Because quality care helps us see the joy in life. Because learning from the best, makes us all better. Because continuing our legacy of the highest optical standards helps us innovate the future in optical care.

At LensCrafters, we want every person who enters our doors to feel our passion for care. And that's why we're committed to taking care of you, so you can bring the best quality experience to our patients and customers.

LensCrafters is part of EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of world-class vision care products, including iconic eyewear, advanced lens technology and cutting-edge digital solutions. Join our global community of over 200,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry. Discover more by following us on LinkedIn!

JOB DESCRIPTION

GENERAL FUNCTION

The Apprentice Optician creates exceptional value in the lives of customers by delivering the LensCrafters Experience. Ensures customers are delighted by performing the key steps of our selling m odel.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Conveys a commitment to providing unsurpassed Customer Service by performing the following Sales and Service Process steps:

Greeting the Customer

Explaining the Process in a transparent way

Merchandise Selection

Fitting - AccuFit

Solve visual problems or challenges for customers

Tendering

Dispensing

Serves as a center of excellence for others with a focus on Right the First Time and modeling our CEE service and selling m odel.

Assists the customer in selecting frames and lenses that are best suited for their vision, lifestyle and budgetary needs. Suggests improvements and recommends solutions to problems. Assists other retail associates with difficult and complex areas of customer product needs and prescriptions.

Anticipates problems before they occur; explores underlying reasons for recurring customer problems; goes beyond symptoms to get at causes; strives to develop long-term solutions to problems.

Shows patience and courtesy with customers; tracks down answers to unfamiliar questions or products.

Educates the customer on LensCrafters' guarantees and services including: Eyewear Protection Plan, eyewear care tips, complimentary adjustments and follow-up services.

Handles tasks, such as taking and recording measurements, adjusting or fitting eyewear carefully and correctly, is thorough and exact in details.

Ensures finished eyewear meets LensCrafters' optical standards and customer requirements/requests.

Strives to achieve "Exceptional Results" on LensCrafters' annual CEI/Functional Skills that align with brand priorities.

Takes personal ownership to achieve personal and store results.

Serves as a role m odel for development and a technical resource for all.

Operates the Point of Sale terminal inputting customer and prescription information with accuracy and attention to detail.

Accurately operates the Point of Sale, when required, collecting proper payment following company security procedures and retaining proper change for a variety of transactions.

Explains to the customers "One Hour" processing and expected delivery times.

Shows customers where to pick-up their glasses upon return to the store.

Takes pride in the appearance of the store and ensures visual displays are in accordance with Company provided planograms.

Maintains safe working environment for all associates/customers. Inform management of any potential safety opportunities (broken tiles, furniture, etc.)

Demonstrates safe work practices including the wearing of personal protection equipment in the lab.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

High school graduate or equivalent

Part of a sanctioned Apprentice Program

Strong customer service skills: communicator, listener and team builder

Knowledge of current optical theory and merchandise

Knowledge of current store merchandise

Strong basic math skills

Awareness of current fashion trends

Sales and service skills

Familiarity with POS, computers and calculators

Embrace new technology and change

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Actively studying for LensCrafters Quality, Fitting and Adjusting Program

Optical dispensing experience

Previous customer service and retail experience

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 r ace, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, s exual aggression or stalking, r eligion, age, disability, s exual 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.

Job Type

Part time

Benefits Offered

Not specified

Veteran Preference

No

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

1436465333