Apprentice Optician

Apprentice Optician

Brand: LensCrafters Location: Columbus, OH, US, 43221 Store #: 000803 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.

JOB DESCRIPTION GENERAL FUNCTION The Apprentice Optician creates exceptional value in the lives of customers by ensuring customers are always delighted by performing the key steps of our selling model 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 Solve visual problems or challenges for customers Tendering Dispensing Serves as a center of excellence. 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 guarantees and services including: 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 optical standards and customer requirements/requests. Strives to achieve exceptional results that align with brand priorities. Taking personal ownership to achieve personal and store results. Serves as a role model 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, such as credit cards, discounts, insurance and coupons. 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 BASIC QUALIFICATIONS High school graduate or equivalent 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 State licensure (if applicable) and/or ABO Certification in non-licensed states Actively studying for Certification Optical dispensing experience Previous customer service and retail experience