Eyewear Inspection Technician

Eyewear Inspection TechnicianLocation: Austin, TXExperience: 1+ yearCommitment: Full TimeAbout ROKA:Welcome to ROKA, an independent performance eyewear brand born in Austin, Texas. We've redefined what everyday eyewear can be by infusing cutting-edge sport performance technology into prescription glasses and sunglasses built for real life. Whether you're training, running, cycling, or tackling your daily grind, if you move, we've built eyewear that moves with you.Position Summary:ROKA is seeking a focused, detail-oriented, and reliable Eyewear Inspection Technician to join our manufacturing team. In this role, you will be responsible for inspecting and validating prescription eyewear to ensure compliance with optical specifications, cosmetic quality standards, and customer requirements.The ideal candidate possesses strong attention to detail, experience working in a quality-focused manufacturing environment, and the ability to maintain accuracy while meeting production deadlines.Responsibilities:Perform final inspection and verification of prescription eyewear to ensure compliance with ROKA quality standards and customer specificationsVerify lens power, axis, prism, pupillary distance (PD), segment height, and other prescription parameters using optical inspection equipmentConduct cosmetic inspections of lenses and frames to identify scratches, chips, coating defects, mounting issues, and assembly discrepanciesValidate frame and lens combinations against production orders to ensure product accuracyOperate manual and automated inspection equipment, including lensometers and other optical measurement devicesAssemble prescription and plano eyewear accurately according to work order specifications, ensuring proper lens mounting, frame alignment, and overall product qualityIdentify report non-conforming products while supporting corrective action effortsMaintain inspection throughput targets while ensuring adherence to quality standardsCollaborate with Production, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to resolve quality concerns and improve process performanceFollow established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and quality control protocolsMaintain a clean, organized, and safe work environmentParticipate in continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects and improve efficiencySupport production schedules and departmental priorities to ensure on-time delivery commitmentsRequired Qualifications:Experience using inspection and measurement equipment to verify product quality and conformanceAbility to accurately interpret work orders, prescriptions, and manufacturing specificationsStrong attention to detail with the ability to identify cosmetic and optical defectsStrong visual acuity and the ability to distinguish minor defects in lenses and framesAbility to maintain a high level of accuracy while working in a fast-paced production environmentBasic computer proficiency for production tracking, data entry, and quality documentationStrong organizational, communication, and teamwork skillsAbility to work independently and make sound quality decisionsAbility to follow written and verbal instructions in EnglishAuthorized to work in the U.S.Preferred Qualifications:Experience inspecting prescription eyewear or ophthalmic lensesExperience using manual and automated lensometersKnowledge of lens verification, prism measurement, PD verification, and frame alignment standardsFamiliarity with ANSI optical standards and quality inspection practicesExperience working in a regulated manufacturing or quality-controlled environmentWork Environment:Work is performed primarily in an optical laboratory settingEnvironment is fast-paced and deadline orientedMay work alone in lab as necessary or with partnerExposure to dusts, fumes, glass and/or plastic lens particulates, standard chemicals found in optical lab (some of which may be caustic), metal alloy (solid and melted), moderately high levels of noise, fluorescent lighting, cleaning agents and electrical energyWill be working primarily with small manual tools (screwdriver, pliers, etc.), lenses, frames, and automated laboratory equipmentThis environment requires:Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time (up to 8 hours per day per scheduled shift)Ability to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist.Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to approximately 45 lbs.Must possess excellent hand-eye coordination and fine motor skillsMust possess excellent finger and manual dexterity, control precision, steady hands/armsThis role is onsite at ROKA Headquarters; Monday - FridayBenefits:Employee and industry discountsFun and casual but high-performance atmosphereOnsite corporate gymHealth, dental, vision & FSA, employer paid life insuranceVacation and sick leave401(k) with matchGym membership stipendPaid maternity (16 weeks) and paternity (8 weeks) leave